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Cheap Eurotunnel tickets: how to book the lowest fare
The famous £25 return is long gone, but you can still travel with LeShuttle from £69 per vehicle. Here are the real tips that get you the cheapest Eurotunnel fare, and the honest truth about discount codes.
Travelling with LeShuttle can be genuinely affordable if you know how to book smartly. The cheapest fares start from £69 per vehicle for a Day Trip & Overnight, and because the price covers your whole car, splitting it between passengers makes it cheaper still. This guide shows you exactly how to find the lowest fare, whether discount codes really exist, and how to compare prices before you book.
The cheapest Eurotunnel fare right now
The lowest fare currently available is the Day Trip & Overnight ticket from £69 return per vehicle. It requires you to return within 1 to 2 days and is only available on selected dates and times, but it is the cheapest way to cross.
For longer stays, the cheapest option is the Short Stay Saver from £104 per vehicle each way, valid for trips of up to 5 days. If you need a regular Standard ticket with no time limit, the lowest price typically starts from around £127 per vehicle each way, usually tied to the quietest departure times.
Can you still get a £25 return?
No. The famous £25 return ended years ago. It was a limited-time promotion, usually tied to events like Black Friday, and it is not a fare you can book today. The cheapest realistic option now is the £69 Day Trip & Overnight fare when it is available.
Many so-called Eurotunnel discounts you find online are inactive, expired, or do not really add any value. We keep an eye on genuine offers and list them on our deals and discounts page, so that is the place to check before you book.
Are there Eurotunnel discount codes?
This is one of the most searched questions, so here is the honest answer: LeShuttle very rarely issues public discount codes. Unlike some travel brands, Eurotunnel does not run a steady stream of promo codes, and most “Eurotunnel discount codes” you see on coupon websites are out of date, do not work, or apply to something unrelated.
So rather than hunting for a code that probably does not exist, the reliable way to pay less is to book smartly. The tips below save you far more than any code would, and when a genuine promotion does appear, we list it on our deals page.
What is the cheapest way to travel with LeShuttle?
Eurotunnel tickets are priced per vehicle, not per person, and each booking covers up to 9 people in one car. That single fact makes group travel the most cost-effective way to cross. Splitting the fare between several passengers brings the cost per person right down.
For example, a return Short Stay Saver costs around £208 per car (£104 each way). Shared between five people, that is just £41.60 each. If the £69 Day Trip fare is available, the saving per person is even greater. So if you can, travel together and split the cost.
To find the cheapest option for your exact journey, use the price checker above. It shows real-time LeShuttle prices for your chosen date and time, and compares them with ferry alternatives, which is especially useful because prices vary a lot by time slot. You can also check the LeShuttle timetable for departures.
Tips for getting the lowest Eurotunnel price
These are the tips that make the biggest real difference to what you pay. None of them need a discount code, just smart timing.
- Book online in advance. Buying at the terminal is more expensive and removes your chance to compare fares. Booking ahead also means you know your price before you set off.
- Choose early or late slots. Departures between roughly midnight and 5am are usually the cheapest of the day. This single choice often saves the most.
- Avoid last-minute bookings. Fares rise as the train fills up, so last-minute crossings are almost never cheap.
- Travel off-peak. Midweek days, and dates outside the school holidays, give the best fares. Fridays, Sundays and holiday getaways are the most expensive.
- Keep the trip short. The Day Trip and Short Stay Saver fares are much cheaper than a long open return, so if your plans fit the time window, you save.
- Compare with the ferry. The Dover to Calais ferry takes around 90 minutes but is sometimes cheaper, especially on peak dates. See our Channel Tunnel or ferry comparison.
Different Eurotunnel ticket options
When you book, the system automatically applies the right ticket type for your dates. You do not choose it yourself, and only Flexiplus can be actively added. Here is how the main options compare, per vehicle.
| Ticket type | From price | Flexibility | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day Trip & Overnight | £69 | Fixed time | The cheapest fare. Return within 1 to 2 days. |
| Short Stay Saver | £104 | ±1 hour | Cheapest for trips up to 5 days. |
| Standard | £127 | ±1 hour | Any length of stay, single or return. |
| Standard Plus | £172 | ±4 hours | More flexibility and a refundable option. |
| Flexiplus | £284 | Full | Any train, fully refundable, lounge and priority. |
Prices are official LeShuttle indicative “from” fares for 2026, per vehicle each way, up to 9 people. Actual fares depend on date, time and vehicle. For the full breakdown, see our Eurotunnel tickets and prices guide.
Keep it cheap: skip the insurance and extras
When booking online, LeShuttle often offers optional travel insurance as an add-on. While it can seem convenient, in many cases this extra cover is unnecessary. Most drivers and families are already protected through their existing car insurance, travel insurance, or even a credit card policy that covers cancellations and delays.
Before paying extra, check what you are already covered for. For most travellers, adding LeShuttle's insurance only duplicates protection and increases the ticket price. Unless you know you are not covered elsewhere, it is usually smarter to decline it and keep your fare low.
Frequently asked questions about cheap LeShuttle travel
What is the cheapest Eurotunnel ticket?
The £69 Day Trip & Overnight fare, when available, for trips where you return within 1 to 2 days. Otherwise the Short Stay Saver from £104 each way is the cheapest for stays of up to 5 days.
Are there Eurotunnel discount codes?
Rarely. LeShuttle does not regularly issue public discount codes, and most codes found on coupon sites are expired or do not work. The most reliable way to save is to book early, travel off-peak and keep your trip short. Genuine offers, when they appear, are listed on our deals page.
Is a motorbike cheaper than a car?
Yes. A motorcycle crosses for roughly half the car fare, with the pillion passenger included, making it one of the cheapest ways to reach the continent. See our motorcycle guide for details.
When is the cheapest time to travel?
Early morning and late night departures, midweek, and dates outside the school holidays are the cheapest. Booking well in advance also lowers the price, as fares rise as the train fills up.
Is it cheaper to book online or at the terminal?
Online in advance is almost always cheaper. Walk-up fares at the terminal are among the most expensive, and you lose the ability to compare prices and time slots.
Is the ferry cheaper than the tunnel?
Sometimes, especially on peak dates and during school holidays. The ferry takes longer but can be cheaper. The booking module shows both, and our Channel Tunnel or ferry page compares them in detail.
The cheapest way to cross with LeShuttle is not a secret code, it is smart booking: reserve online in advance, travel early or late in the day, go midweek, keep your trip short, and split the per-vehicle fare between passengers. Use the price checker above to compare live fares and time slots, see how the tunnel stacks up against the ferry, and book your crossing from £69 per vehicle.