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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dunkirk to Canterbury
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dunkirk to Canterbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunkirk to Canterbury will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Dunkirk for Canterbury every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 28 Nov the direct ferries cover the 94 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Dunkirk to Canterbury
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Dunkirk to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £173.
Distance: 50 nautical miles (94 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £173 Average Price |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dunkirk to Canterbury ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dunkirk to Canterbury ferries for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 Dunkirk | 2h00 | 12:00 Canterbury | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Dunkirk to Canterbury
France
United Kingdom
Ferries from Dunkirk to Canterbury run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 30 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 50 nautical miles (94 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 59 sailings per week. Ferries from Dunkirk to Canterbury are available to foot passengers.
Distance 50 nautical miles (94 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Ferries per day 30 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 59 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS from Dunkirk to CanterburyYou can travel by ferry between Dunkirk to Canterbury with DFDS for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Dunkirk to Canterbury ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunkirk to Canterbury 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 Canterbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Dunkirk and Canterbury
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Le Grand Morien (0.9km)
- La Pataterie (0.8km)
- L'Edito (0.7km)
- Main companies are Taxi Dunkerquois and Allo Taxi Dunkerque.
- Free
- Bus Line C2, Stop: Gare Maritime
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