The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dover to Lille
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
32
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dover to Lille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Lille will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Of the 32 ferries that leave Dover for Lille every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 30 Apr the direct ferries cover the 135 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
P&O Liberte20:451h30Port of Dover23:15Port of Calais£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 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 Pioneer8:151h30Port of Dover10:45Port of Calais£281One-way0 changes
Dover to Lille 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 Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 18:10 | Arrival Time 20:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:55 | Arrival Time 15:35 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 17:35 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:40 | Arrival Time 07:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:10 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 19:40 | Arrival Time 22:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:00 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival Time 21:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 15:55 | Arrival Time 18:35 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:40 | Arrival Time 13:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 14:25 | Arrival Time 17:05 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40 | Arrival Time 10:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 10:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 21:10 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 02:25 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 00:35 | Arrival Time 03:15 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Dover to Lille ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Lille ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 30 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DFDS Seaways | 0:35 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 3:15 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 2:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 5:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
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 | |
P&O Pioneer | 8:15 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 10:45 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 9:10 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 11:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
P&O Liberte | 9:45 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 12:15 Port of Calais | 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 | |
Spirit of France | 11:30 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 14:00 Port of Calais | 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 | |
P&O Liberte | 20:45 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 23:15 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 21:10 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 23:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 22:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 1:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
P&O Pioneer | 23:55 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 2:25 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Dover to Lille
Ferries from Dover to Lille 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 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 72 nautical miles (135 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 138 sailings per week. Ferries from Dover to Lille are available to foot passengers.


Distance 72 nautical miles (135 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 33 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 138 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 0:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries from Dover to LilleYou can travel by ferry between Dover to Lille with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Dover to Lille ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to Lille 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 Lille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Dover and Lille
- 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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