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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dover to Bruges

Showing times and prices for 25 Aug

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 30 m

Ferries per day

3

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dover to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dover to Bruges will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.

Fast ferries

Of the 3 ferries that leave Dover for Bruges every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue 25 Aug the direct ferries cover the 134 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.

  • P&O Ferries
    11:301h30
    Dover
    13:00Bruges
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • P&O Ferries
    16:401h30
    Dover
    18:10Bruges
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • P&O Ferries
    15:401h30
    Dover
    17:10Bruges
    £301One-way
    0 changes

Dover to Bruges Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
15:40
Arrival Time
17:10
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Tue, Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
18:10
Arrival Time
20:50
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
15:05
Arrival Time
17:35
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
02:20
Arrival Time
05:00
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
08:00
Arrival Time
11:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
04:40
Arrival Time
07:20
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
09:55
Arrival Time
12:35
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
09:10
Arrival Time
11:50
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
05:20
Arrival Time
07:50
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
22:55
Arrival Time
00:25
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
07:50
Arrival Time
10:20
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
16:40
Arrival Time
19:20
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
16:00
Arrival Time
19:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
14:25
Arrival Time
17:05
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
08:30
Arrival Time
11:10
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
14:05
Arrival Time
15:35
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
12:00
Arrival Time
15:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
17:20
Arrival Time
19:50
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
13:15
Arrival Time
15:55
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
00:20
Arrival Time
02:50
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
19:40
Arrival Time
22:10
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:15
Arrival Time
10:45
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
21:30
Arrival Time
00:10
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
22:00
Arrival Time
01:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
19:30
Arrival Time
22:10
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
21:50
Arrival Time
23:20
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
23:59
Arrival Time
02:59
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
00:35
Arrival Time
03:15
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
05:05
Arrival Time
07:45
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
13:40
Arrival Time
16:10
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
12:55
Arrival Time
15:35
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
22:00
Arrival Time
00:30
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
06:00
Arrival Time
09:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
07:10
Arrival Time
09:50
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:30
Arrival Time
06:00
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
22:50
Arrival Time
01:30
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
19:40
Arrival Time
22:20
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
02:00
Arrival Time
05:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
18:50
Arrival Time
21:20
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Thu, Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
14:40
Arrival Time
17:20
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
11:30
Arrival Time
13:00
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
12:35
Arrival Time
15:05
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
14:00
Arrival Time
17:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
10:15
Arrival Time
12:45
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
15:55
Arrival Time
18:35
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
10:40
Arrival Time
13:20
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
16:40
Arrival Time
18:10
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
18:00
Arrival Time
21:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
07:40
Arrival Time
10:20
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
10:00
Arrival Time
13:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
11:55
Arrival Time
14:35
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
18:05
Arrival Time
20:45
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Irish Ferries
Departure Time
14:55
Arrival Time
17:25
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
09:45
Arrival Time
12:15
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
20:00
Arrival Time
23:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
21:10
Arrival Time
23:50
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
03:40
Arrival Time
06:20
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
06:15
Arrival Time
08:45
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
00:15
Arrival Time
02:55
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat

Live departures

Dover to Bruges ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Dover to Bruges ferries for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways12:00 Port of Dover
2h00
15:00 Port of Dunkirk0 changesdirect
Irish FerriesIrish Ferries12:35 Port of Dover
1h30
15:05 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways12:55 Port of Dover
1h40
15:35 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways14:00 Port of Dover
2h00
17:00 Port of Dunkirk0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways14:25 Port of Dover
1h40
17:05 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Irish FerriesIrish Ferries14:55 Port of Dover
1h30
17:25 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways15:55 Port of Dover
1h40
18:35 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways16:00 Port of Dover
2h00
19:00 Port of Dunkirk0 changesdirect
Irish FerriesIrish Ferries17:20 Port of Dover
1h30
19:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways18:00 Port of Dover
2h00
21:00 Port of Dunkirk0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways18:10 Port of Dover
1h40
20:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
P&O FerriesP&O Ferries18:50 Port of Dover
1h30
21:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways19:40 Port of Dover
1h40
22:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Irish FerriesIrish Ferries19:40 Port of Dover
1h30
22:10 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways20:00 Port of Dover
2h00
23:00 Port of Dunkirk0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways21:10 Port of Dover
1h40
23:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways22:00 Port of Dover
2h00
1:00 Port of Dunkirk0 changesdirect
Irish FerriesIrish Ferries22:00 Port of Dover
1h30
0:30 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Dover to Bruges by ferry

Compare ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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DFDS as well as P&O Ferries or Norfolk Line offer ferries services from Dover to Bruges.
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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Dover to Bruges

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Ferries from Dover to Bruges run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

There are 27 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 72 nautical miles (134 km) distance in 1h 25m. There are 164 sailings per week. Ferries from Dover to Bruges 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
Official Omio partners on this route
DFDS
P&O Ferries
Norfolk Line
Distance
72 nautical miles (134 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Ferries per day
27
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
164
Fastest ferry
1h 25m
First ferry
0:10
Last ferry
23:55
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
42 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, Norfolk Line, Irish Ferries from Dover to BrugesYou can travel by ferry between Dover to Bruges with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line, Irish Ferries for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Norfolk Line

About
Norfolkline was a European ferry and logistics company owned by Maersk, operating passenger and freight services across the English Channel, Irish Sea, and North Sea. Established in 1961, it employed over 2,200 staff across 13 countries, managing 18 vessels and a substantial fleet of refrigerated and dry-cargo trailers. In 2006, Norfolkline served more than 1.5 million passengers and completed over 1.2 million freight movements. In July 2010, DFDS Seaways acquired Norfolkline, integrating its routes and vessels into their operations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£26
Norfolk Line frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
No baggage restrictions.
Additional luggage
No baggage restrictions.
Luggage storage
No baggage restrictions.
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Free meal provided during the crossing.
Toilets
USB plugs
Bikes
Non-motorized bicycles are allowed on all ferries at no extra cost.
Pets
Pets are allowed on board.
Car on board
Motorbike

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
2h 0m
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
Pets
Small pets allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled in public areas.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply

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
£27
P&O Ferries frequency
14 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
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply

Irish Ferries

Luggage & cancellation policy
Irish Ferries frequency
9 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure, fees may apply
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple dining options including restaurants, cafes, and food courts serving hot meals, snacks, and beverages
Toilets
USB plugs
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in designated areas. Must be kept in carriers or on leash with muzzle for dogs.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply

Complete guide to Bruges

Things to do in Bruges

Discover the best of Bruges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bruges trip today.

  • Must visit

Sint-Janshospitaal

Major city museum in a medieval hospital, presenting Bruges art and history around Memling’s works and the former infirmary.

  • Must visit

Groeningemuseum

Museum dedicated to Flemish Primitives and later Bruges masters. Essential for visitors interested in painting and the city’s artistic past.

  • Recommended

Volkskundemuseum

Engaging museum on Flemish life, traditions, crafts, and folklore. A strong local favourite for understanding daily culture in Bruges.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining in the historic centre are pricier, but local cafés, supermarkets and walkable sights help keep daily costs manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
€10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€25-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated but not expected.

FAQs: Dover to Bruges ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to Bruges 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 Bruges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Dover to Bruges can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Dover to Bruges is £33; 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 Bruges is 1h 25m to travel the 134 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 Bruges leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Dover to Bruges leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 27 direct ferries a day from Dover to Bruges with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line, Irish Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Dover to Bruges with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Dover to Bruges is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Dover to Bruges is possible with 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 Bruges, you can count on DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line, Irish Ferries for the best way to get you to Bruges. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Dover and Bruges and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Bruges 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 Bruges is March.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Dover and Bruges.

popular ferry ports

Important Stations and Airports in Dover and Bruges

Most Dover to Bruges ferries use the Port of Dover to Port of Calais port pair. Use this guide to compare Dover and Bruges ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.

Departure ports in Dover
Arrival ports in Bruges

Which Dover port do ferries to Bruges leave from?

Ferries from Dover to Bruges leave from Port of Dover. The port is 3 km from Dover city centre at Harbour House, Marine Parade, Dover CT17 9BU, United Kingdom.
Port of DoverHarbour House, Marine Parade, Dover CT17 9BU, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Port of Dover from Dover city centre

Port of Dover is 2 km from Dover city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus Line 15, Dover Priory Station

Port of Dover port facilities and services

Port of Dover has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: The White Horse (0.6km), Cullins Yard (0.7km), La Scala (0.9km)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Port of Dover.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Port of Dover: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Dover.

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