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The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Calais to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 21:20 | Arrival Time 21:50 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:20 | Arrival Time 13:55 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 08:50 | Arrival Time 09:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 19:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 13:35 | Arrival Time 14:05 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 11:10 | Arrival Time 11:40 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 07:35 | Arrival Time 08:05 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 03:35 | Arrival Time 04:05 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 23:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 15:55 | Arrival Time 16:25 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 16:35 | Arrival Time 17:05 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 20:40 | Arrival Time 21:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 11:20 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 05:40 | Arrival Time 06:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 02:10 | Arrival Time 02:40 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 09:05 | Arrival Time 09:35 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 00:59 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 22:45 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 14:20 | Arrival Time 14:50 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 19:35 | Arrival Time 20:05 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 22:25 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 13:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 03:50 | Arrival Time 04:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival Time 02:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 08:25 | Arrival Time 08:55 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 06:05 | Arrival Time 06:35 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:50 | Arrival Time 10:35 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 18:20 | Arrival Time 18:50 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 12:50 | Arrival Time 13:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 08:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:10 | Arrival Time 20:55 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 00:50 | Arrival Time 01:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 20:01 | Arrival Time 20:31 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 03:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 17:50 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 12:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:30 | Arrival Time 05:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 11:50 | Arrival Time 12:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 23:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 05:45 | Arrival Time 06:20 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 18:01 | Arrival Time 18:31 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 06:55 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 18:05 | Arrival Time 18:35 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:00 | Arrival Time 01:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Fastest Journey
1 h 30 m
Average
1 h 40 m
Ferries per day
41
Distance
43 km
Of the 41 ferries that leave Calais for Dover every day 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance 23 nautical miles (43 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Average daily sailings 17 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 115 |
Number of ferry operators 3 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Vehicles Available |
Buy your official DFDS ferry tickets to Dover from Calais from £22 with Omio. Find ferry times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.
DFDS, a Danish transportation company founded in 1866, operates a fleet of modern ferries offering various classes and amenities to ensure a comfortable journey. Their ships feature standard, premium, and luxury cabins, as well as seating options for those travelling without a cabin. Onboard amenities include restaurants, bars, shops, and entertainment areas, catering to both relaxation and enjoyment. DFDS provides ticket options for foot passengers, cars, and larger vehicles, making it versatile for different travel needs. Some of their top routes include Dover to Calais, Newcastle to Amsterdam, and Copenhagen to Oslo, connecting travellers to key destinations across Europe.
Ferry information from Calais to Dover with DFDS:
There are several daily ferries from Calais to Dover. Depending on the season, there can by over 40 ferry connections from Calais to Dover. to This is the shortest ferry crossing to the UK, with a distance of just over 20 miles (32 km). All journeys are provided by ferry company DFDS, P&O Ferries and Irish Ferries. Direct journey times are 90 minutes. Ferries from Calais to Dover provide a vital link between the UK and France across the English Channel. Operating between these two iconic ports, the ferry service offers an efficient and popular mode of transportation for both passengers and vehicles.
Of course, the duration of any ferry trip is dependent on weather and tide conditions. Passengers can take as much baggage as they like onboard DFDS ferries, so this is the ideal travel option for families with kids!
DFDS offers up to 40 ferries to Dover daily, however, their schedules are seasonal. Expect crossings to peak during holiday periods, and busy times of the day. Ferries are available 24/7, and night crossings can be less busy, particularly during peak holiday seasons. During winter months, DFDS provide approximately ten ferries each day of the week. Foot passengers, travellers with vans, cars, and caravans, and other forms of transport can cross with DFDS ferry services. Once ferries are underway there are plenty of onboard entertainments and dining options to amuse travellers of any age. Journey times are around 90 minutes, and there is so much to see and do that time really does fly.
Company | Duration | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Sailing Days |
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DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 00:10 | 01:40 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 00:15 | 01:45 | Sun |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 01:25 | 02:55 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 01:40 | 03:10 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 02:20 | 03:50 | Sat, Sun |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 02:55 | 04:25 | Mon, Sun |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 50 minutes | 03:10 | 05:00 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 03:40 | 05:10 | Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 04:40 | 06:10 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 04:40 | 06:10 | Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 05:05 | 06:35 | Sat, Sun |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 06:15 | 07:45 | Everyday |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 35 minutes | 06:55 | 08:30 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 07:10 | 08:40 | Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 07:40 | 09:10 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 07:50 | 09:20 | Everyday |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 35 minutes | 08:25 | 10:00 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 08:30 | 10:00 | Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 09:10 | 10:40 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 09:30 | 11:00 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 09:55 | 11:25 | Sat, Sun |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 35 minutes | 10:05 | 11:40 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 10:40 | 12:10 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 11:05 | 12:35 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 11:55 | 13:25 | Sat, Sun |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 45 minutes | 12:05 | 13:50 | Everyday |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 12:45 | 14:15 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 12:55 | 14:25 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 13:15 | 14:45 | Sat, Sun |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 35 minutes | 13:45 | 15:20 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 14:25 | 15:55 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 14:25 | 15:55 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 14:40 | 16:10 | Sat, Sun |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 35 minutes | 15:25 | 17:00 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 15:55 | 17:25 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 16:00 | 17:30 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 16:40 | 18:10 | Sat, Sun |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 40 minutes | 17:25 | 19:05 | Everyday |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 17:35 | 19:05 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 18:05 | 19:35 | Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 18:10 | 19:40 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 35 minutes | 19:05 | 20:40 | Everyday |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 19:10 | 20:40 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 19:30 | 21:00 | Sat, Sun |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 19:40 | 21:10 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 20:45 | 22:15 | Everyday |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 40 minutes | 20:45 | 22:25 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 21:10 | 22:40 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 21:30 | 23:00 | Sat, Sun |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 22:15 | 23:45 | Everyday |
P&O Ferries | 1 hour 35 minutes | 22:40 | 00:15 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways | 1 hour 30 minutes | 22:50 | 00:20 | Sat, Sun |
Irish Ferries | 1 hour 30 minutes | 23:50 | 01:20 | Everyday |
DFDS Seaways, a European shipping giant, boasts over 150 years of ferry and freight expertise. Recognised for its dependability and sustainability, the company links the UK, Scandinavia, and Northern Europe. Its contemporary fleet guarantees passengers' comfort and swift cargo management. Through innovation and environmentally conscious methods, DFDS remains a premier option for smooth European transit.
DFDS Seaways Ships:
P&O Ferries, a prominent British shipping company with over 180 years of history, manages vital ferry routes linking the UK with Europe. Their contemporary fleet caters to passengers and freight, providing comfortable travel facilities and effective cargo services. Well-known for its reliability, P&O Ferries continues to be a pivotal facilitator of smooth travel and trade throughout Europe.
P&O Ferries Ships:
Irish Ferries is a significant maritime company that connects Ireland, the UK, and France. They offer dependable passenger and freight services using contemporary vessels, guaranteeing seamless travel and trade between these nations. Renowned for prioritising customer satisfaction, Irish Ferries plays a vital role in enabling crucial connections across these regions.
Irish Ferries Ships:
It's always advisable to book ferry crossings from Calais to Dover in advance using the Omio website or app. Advance booking ensures the cheapest ticket prices, and travellers can choose the time they want to cross. Flexi ferry tickets enable travel within a 72-hour window of any scheduled booking, which can be useful for passengers who know they are likely to experience long delays. The standard Economy ticket enables passengers to cross on the ferry before or after crossing booked. Multi-trip tickets are also available, and these can be used by family or friends.
All DFDS crossings from Calais to Dover take roughly 90 minutes. Scheduled ferry crossings start just after 1:00 a.m, daily, and all ferries cross directly from the Port of Calais to the Port of Dover. Delays can be experienced when poor weather is forecast, and this can sometimes mean there are times ferry services are cancelled or delayed. Passengers experiencing journey delays can use the bar, restaurant, showers, and toilet facilities at Calais port. Free WiFi is also available at the port.
Departure port: The Calais ferry port is located approximately 20 minutes walk away from the main Calais railway station, with free Balad'in minibus services from the city centre. Check-in times are clearly indicated on tickets; arriving punctually is essential. Easy access to the port via the A26 and A16 motorways simplifies travel for drivers. Priority boarding on DFDS trips enhances the journey for car drivers. Valid photo ID is a must throughout ferry travel. DFDS ferries boast kids play areas and complimentary onboard WiFi. Onboard prices are in sterling, and Euros are accepted with applied exchange rates. Medical facilities and first aiders are available, but no qualified doctors. Passengers can opt for the VIP Lounge, offering complimentary drinks, snacks, and fruits on any crossing.
Arrival port: All DFDS ferries from Calais arrive at the Eastern Docks in Dover, which is one of the busiest ports in the UK. Cars can exit directly onto the A2 and then join the M20. Foot passengers will find Dover Priory railway station is just one mile away from the port and takes 20 minutes or so to walk. Cabs are available at the station, if needed. Dover town centre is just over one mile from the port. Buses to the town centre depart from Wellington Dock, and journeys take around ten minutes.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Calais, which is located around 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Dover, located 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre.
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