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Cheap Eurotunnel tickets: how to book the lowest fare
The famous £25 return is long gone, but you can still cross from £69 per vehicle. Here is how to find the cheapest Eurotunnel (LeShuttle) fare, the truth about discount codes, and the tricks that actually cut the price.
The cheapest Eurotunnel fare right now
The cheapest Eurotunnel ticket right now is the Day Trip & Overnight fare, from £69 return per vehicle, if you come back within one or two days. For a slightly longer trip, the Short Stay Saver starts from £104 and the flexible Standard ticket from £127. Every fare is per vehicle and covers up to nine people, and motorcycles cross for roughly half the car price. For the full breakdown of every ticket type and its conditions, see our Eurotunnel tickets and prices guide.
Check the cheapest live fares
Prices change with the date, time and how full the train is, so the only way to see the real cheapest fare for your trip is to compare live prices. Enter your dates below to check the lowest Eurotunnel fares from Folkestone to Calais.
Can you still get a £25 return?
No. The famous £25 return ended years ago. It was a limited-time promotion, not a standard fare, and it is not coming back. Anyone advertising a £25 Eurotunnel crossing today is almost certainly out of date. The realistic cheapest price now is the £69 Day Trip & Overnight return, and the tips further down are how you get close to that figure rather than paying two or three times more.
What about Eurotunnel discount codes?
In short, do not count on them. Public LeShuttle codes are rare and most voucher-site codes do not work, so the reliable way to pay less is to book smartly rather than chase a coupon. For the full picture, and where any genuine codes actually come from, see our dedicated Eurotunnel discount codes guide.
What is the cheapest way to travel with LeShuttle?
Because Eurotunnel tickets are priced per vehicle and not per person, the cheapest way to travel is to fill the car. One booking covers up to nine people for the same price, so a full car or a group splitting the fare pays very little each. If you are travelling as a group, put everyone in as few vehicles as possible and share the single per-vehicle price between you.
Tips for getting the lowest Eurotunnel price
The fare rises as each departure fills up, so the earlier and smarter you book, the less you pay. These are the tips that make the biggest difference.
- Book online, in advance. Fares are lowest weeks ahead and highest at the terminal on the day.
- Choose an early or late slot. Crossings from around midnight to 5am are often the cheapest of the day.
- Avoid last-minute booking. Prices climb steeply as the train fills, especially in the final days.
- Travel off-peak. Midweek and outside school holidays is cheaper than weekends and peak season.
- Keep your trip short. The Day Trip and Short Stay Saver fares are far cheaper than a long open return.
- Compare the ferry. On some dates the Dover to Calais ferry is cheaper, so it is worth a quick check.
Eurotunnel ticket options compared
Here are the main LeShuttle ticket types with their official 2026 indicative “from” prices, per vehicle. The cheaper fares trade flexibility for price, so pick the cheapest one that still fits your plans.
| Ticket type | From price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Day Trip & Overnight | £69 | Cheapest fare. Return within 1 to 2 days. |
| Short Stay Saver | £104 | Trips up to 5 days. Limited flexibility. |
| Standard | £127 | Any length, single or return. |
| Standard Plus | £172 | Up to 4 hours flexibility, refundable option. |
| Flexiplus | £284 | Any train, fully refundable, lounge access. |
Official LeShuttle indicative “from” fares for 2026, per vehicle each way, up to nine people. The exact price depends on your date, time and vehicle. For every condition and the full explanation of each ticket, see our tickets and prices page.
Keep it cheap: skip the insurance and extras
At checkout you are offered optional extras such as travel insurance. For most drivers this simply duplicates cover they already have, through their car insurance, bank account or an existing travel policy. Check what you are already covered for before adding LeShuttle's insurance, and skip any extra you do not need. It is an easy way to keep the total down.
Frequently asked questions about cheap LeShuttle travel
What is the cheapest Eurotunnel ticket?
The cheapest is the Day Trip & Overnight fare, from £69 return per vehicle, for a short trip returning within one to two days. Book early and travel off-peak to get close to that price.
Can you still get a £25 Eurotunnel return?
No. The £25 return was a limited-time promotion that ended years ago and is not coming back. The realistic cheapest fare today is the £69 Day Trip & Overnight return.
Are there Eurotunnel discount codes?
Very rarely, and most codes online do not work. Booking early and off-peak saves far more. See our discount codes guide for the full picture.
When are Eurotunnel tickets cheapest?
Well in advance, midweek, outside school holidays, and on early-morning or late-night crossings. Prices rise as the train fills, so last-minute is the most expensive.
Is it cheaper per person with more passengers?
Yes. Fares are per vehicle, not per person, and cover up to nine people. Filling the car and splitting the single fare is the cheapest way to travel.
Is the Eurotunnel or the ferry cheaper?
It depends on the date. The tunnel is usually faster and often competitive, but the Dover to Calais ferry can be cheaper on some days. Compare both in our Channel Tunnel or ferry guide.
Related guides on chunnel.co.uk
For the full breakdown of every fare and its conditions, see our Eurotunnel tickets and prices page. Travelling with a vehicle? Read the Channel Tunnel by car guide. And to weigh up the alternative, compare the tunnel against the ferry.
The cheapest Eurotunnel tickets start from £69 return per vehicle on the Day Trip & Overnight fare. Forget the £25 return and forget hunting for discount codes: the reliable way to pay less is to book early, travel off-peak, choose a cheap time slot, and fill the car so the per-vehicle fare is split between you. Use the price checker above to compare live fares and lock in the lowest one for your dates.