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Private pet taxi from Alsace
Strasbourg to UK Pet Taxi
From Strasbourg, Colmar or Mulhouse, the route crosses northern France before reaching Calais. Share the Alsace pickup and UK address so we can discuss the road day and where your pet may need a practical break.
Strasbourg is approximately 530 km from Calais via the A4/A26. Quote on request; the Eurotunnel crossing ticket is charged separately.
Strasbourg and Alsace
Via Calais and LeShuttle
Dogs and cats travel together
Quote on request
The route
A connected route from eastern France
Route plan
Strasbourg → A4/A26 → Calais → LeShuttle → UK delivery
Strasbourg is approximately 530 km from Calais via the A4/A26. Quote on request; the Eurotunnel crossing ticket is charged separately.
How it works
From Strasbourg and Alsace to UK destinations, step by step
Send the details that let us plan the vehicle, route and handover around your journey.
Receive a quote
We review the details and provide a personalised route price.
Meet your driver
Collection is arranged from the agreed home, hotel, airport or address.
Travel together
You and your pet remain together in the vehicle through Calais and LeShuttle.
Before you travel
Documents for Strasbourg and Alsace to UK destinations
Requirements depend on your pet, where documents were issued and the circumstances of the journey. Owners remain responsible for checking current rules with their vet and GOV.UK.
- Readable microchip
- Valid rabies vaccination
- Accepted travel document
- Tapeworm treatment for dogs when required
Pet check-in and document control for UK-bound LeShuttle travel take place at Calais before boarding. We can provide general journey guidance, but cannot approve veterinary documents.
A private service
What your Strasbourg and Alsace journey includes
One private vehicle
You, your pet and your luggage travel together in the confirmed vehicle.
Direct communication
Share updates directly while the collection and onward journey are being arranged.
A route around your details
Vehicle space and route planning depend on passengers, pets, luggage, addresses and date.
Comfort breaks
For longer road journeys, suitable breaks can be discussed as part of the route plan.
UK destinations
Delivery is available to uk destinations and other UK destinations by quote.
Documents in context
Use the requirements guide and official links to check the current rules before travel.
Questions and answers
Frequently asked questions
Can you collect directly from Strasbourg?
Yes. We can collect passengers travelling with dogs or cats from homes, hotels, apartments and vet clinics in Strasbourg and the wider Alsace region.
How long does Strasbourg to the UK take with a pet?
Strasbourg is approximately 530 km from the Eurotunnel terminal at Calais. The drive typically takes around 5 hours before the 35-minute Channel Tunnel crossing. Total journey time to London is usually 8–9 hours.
Can I travel from Strasbourg to London with my dog or cat?
Yes. This service is for passengers travelling with their own dog or cat. You and your pet stay together in the vehicle throughout the journey, including the Eurotunnel crossing.
Is Strasbourg well-positioned for UK pet travel?
Strasbourg is in north-east France on the German border. The A4/A26 motorway route towards Calais is straightforward and Strasbourg's position makes it a practical starting point for passengers from Alsace, the Rhine Valley and nearby areas of Germany and Luxembourg.
Can passengers from Germany near Strasbourg also use this service?
Yes. If you are near Strasbourg in the Freiburg, Offenburg or southern Baden-Württemberg area of Germany, we may be able to collect from nearby. Please contact us with your exact pickup address for a quote.
What documents may my pet need from Strasbourg to the UK?
Dogs and cats usually need a valid ISO microchip, current rabies vaccination and an Animal Health Certificate for UK entry. Dogs also usually need tapeworm treatment completed by a vet 24–120 hours before arrival at the UK border. Please confirm current requirements with your vet before travel.
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