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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer
Showing times and prices for 20 Apr
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
28
Distance
51 km
Cheap tickets
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 £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Fast ferries
Of the 28 ferries that leave Dover for Boulogne-sur-Mer every day 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 20 Apr the direct ferries cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 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 30 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.
DFDS Seaways14:002h00Port of Dover17:00Port of Dunkirk£281One-way0 changes- DFDS Seaways12:551h40Port of Dover15:35DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal£281One-way0 changes
- DFDS Seaways10:401h40Port of Dover13:20DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal£281One-way0 changes
- DFDS Seaways16:002h00Port of Dover19:00Port of Dunkirk£281One-way0 changes
P&O Liberte20:451h30Port of Dover23:15Port of Calais£281One-way0 changes
- P&O Liberte20:451h30Port of Dover23:15Port of Calais£281One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer13:401h30Port of Dover16:10Port of Calais£281One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer18:501h30Port of Dover21:20Port of Calais£281One-way0 changes
- P&O Liberte3:301h30Port of Dover6:00Port of Calais£281One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer23:551h30Port of Dover2:25Port of Calais£281One-way0 changes
Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:40 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 18:10 | Arrival Time 20:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:55 | Arrival Time 15:35 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 17:35 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:40 | Arrival Time 07:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:10 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 19:40 | Arrival Time 22:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival Time 21:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 15:55 | Arrival Time 18:35 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:40 | Arrival Time 13:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 14:25 | Arrival Time 17:05 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40 | Arrival Time 10:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 21:10 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 02:25 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 00:35 | Arrival Time 03:15 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferries for today, Sunday 19 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 21:10 Dover | 1h30 | 22:40 Boulogne-sur-Mer | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 0:35 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 3:15 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 20 April | |||||
| P&O Liberte | 3:30 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 6:00 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 4:40 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 7:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 9:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 6:15 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 8:45 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 7:40 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 10:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 8:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 11:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 9:10 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 11:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 10:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 13:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 10:40 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 13:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 12:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 15:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 12:55 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 15:35 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 13:40 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 16:10 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 14:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 17:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 14:25 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 17:05 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 15:05 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 17:35 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 15:55 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 18:35 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 16:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 19:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 16:40 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 19:10 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 18:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 21:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 18:10 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 20:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 18:50 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 21:20 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 19:40 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 22:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 20:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 23:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferries with Omio?
DFDS as well as P&O Ferries or DFDS offer ferries services from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer.
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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 32m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 33 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 27 nautical miles (51 km) distance in 1h 25m. There are 207 sailings per week. Ferries from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer are available to foot passengers.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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Distance 27 nautical miles (51 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 33 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 207 |
Fastest ferry 1h 25m |
First ferry 0:10 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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 £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
DFDS
About
DFDS is a Danish shipping and logistics company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and cargo across several routes in Europe. The company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Some of the routes operated by DFDS include crossings between Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Holland.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£22
DFDS frequency
20 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be carried for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available with various dining options
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most ships. Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility. Please inform at time of booking.
Pets
Small pets allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled in public areas.
Cabin reservation
Various cabin types available from standard to deluxe suites
Car on board
P&O Ferries
About
P&O Ferries is a British shipping company, established in 2002 through mergers and acquisitions within P&O, and owned by Dubai-based DP World since 2019. It operates passenger and freight ferry services across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea. Key routes include Dover to Calais, Hull to Rotterdam, and Cairnryan to Larne. P&O Ferries offers a range of onboard facilities such as restaurants, bars, entertainment, and duty-free shopping. They also provide various ticket options and deals, including short breaks and offers for families.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£28
P&O Ferries frequency
11 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair access available on most ships. Accessible cabins available on some routes. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Cabin reservation
Available on most routes, must be booked in advance
Car on board
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.
Cheap ferry tickets from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer is £30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer is 1h 25m to travel the 51 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 33 direct ferries a day from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer with DFDS, P&O Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer with DFDS, DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer is possible with DFDS, DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer is possible with DFDS, DFDS. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer, you can count on DFDS, P&O Ferries, DFDS for the best way to get you to Boulogne-sur-Mer. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Dover and Boulogne-sur-Mer and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Boulogne-sur-Mer from Dover is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Dover to Boulogne-sur-Mer is November.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Dover and Boulogne-sur-Mer.
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Important Stations and Airports in Dover and Boulogne-sur-Mer
Dover
Boulogne-sur-Mer
Amenities at port
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 09:00 - 17:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 12:00
- Sunday: Closed
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
A20, Exit at DoverWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- The White Horse (0.6km)
- Cullins Yard (0.7km)
- La Scala (0.9km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Dover Heritage Taxis and Central Taxis Dover.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Port of Dover
- Bus Line 15, Dover Priory Station
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