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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Dover for Boulogne-sur-Mer every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 10 Jan the direct ferries cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 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.
Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:45 | Arrival Time 11:10 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 08:55 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40 | Arrival Time 04:05 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 06:25 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:25 | Arrival Time 20:50 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:15 | Arrival Time 01:40 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 13:40 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:05 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:50 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:35 | Arrival Time 16:00 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Live departures
Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferries for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Liberte | 16:05 Port of Dover | 1h25 | 17:30 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 18:25 Port of Dover | 1h25 | 19:50 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 20:50 Port of Dover | 1h25 | 22:15 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 23:15 Port of Dover | 1h25 | 00:40 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 10 January | |||||
| 06:10 Dover | 1h30 | 07:40 Boulogne-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:15 Dover | 1h35 | 08:50 Boulogne-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:30 Dover | 1h30 | 09:00 Boulogne-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:55 Dover | 1h30 | 13:25 Boulogne-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer
United Kingdom
France
Ferries from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 33 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 27 nautical miles (51 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 225 sailings per week. Ferries from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer are available to foot passengers.
Distance 27 nautical miles (51 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 33 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 225 |
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 Dover to Boulogne-sur-MerYou can travel by ferry between Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer 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 Boulogne-sur-Mer, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Dover and Boulogne-sur-Mer
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 09:00 - 17:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 12:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- The White Horse (0.6km)
- Cullins Yard (0.7km)
- La Scala (0.9km)
- Main companies are Dover Heritage Taxis and Central Taxis Dover.
- Free
- Bus Line 15, Dover Priory Station
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