4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Calais to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Ferries per day
10
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Calais to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Canterbury will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £46.
Of the 10 ferries that leave Calais for Canterbury every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 21 Dec the direct ferries cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P&O PioneerP&O PioneerP&O LiberteP&O LiberteSpirit of FranceP&O PioneerP&O PioneerP&O LiberteP&O LiberteP&O Pioneer
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Calais to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Calais to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £181.
Distance: 35 nautical miles (65 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £181 Average Price |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Calais to Canterbury Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:20 | Arrival Time 13:55 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 08:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 19:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:30 | Arrival Time 05:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40 | Arrival Time 02:15 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 05:45 | Arrival Time 06:20 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 22:25 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 06:55 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 17:50 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 12:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:50 | Arrival Time 10:35 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Calais to Canterbury ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Canterbury ferries for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Pioneer | 07:00 Port of Calais | 1h35 | 08:35 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 08:50 Port of Calais | 1h45 | 10:35 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 11:00 Port of Calais | 1h35 | 12:35 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 12:20 Port of Calais | 1h35 | 13:55 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 14:00 Port of Calais | 1h45 | 15:45 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 16:15 Port of Calais | 1h35 | 17:50 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 18:00 Port of Calais | 1h35 | 19:35 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 21:25 Port of Calais | 1h35 | 23:00 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| P&O Pioneer | 00:40 Port of Calais | 1h35 | 02:15 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 04:45 Port of Calais | 1h35 | 06:20 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Calais to Canterbury
France
United Kingdom
Ferries from Calais to Canterbury run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 32 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 35 nautical miles (65 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 160 sailings per week. Ferries from Calais to Canterbury are available to foot passengers.
Distance 35 nautical miles (65 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Ferries per day 32 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 160 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries from Calais to CanterburyYou can travel by ferry between Calais to Canterbury with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Calais to Canterbury ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais to Canterbury by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Calais and Canterbury
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Au Vieux Fourneau (0.7km)
- Le Channel (0.8km)
- L'Hovercraft (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Calaisien and Taxi Radio Calais.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Gare Maritime
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