The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dunkirk to Ramsgate
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
11
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dunkirk to Ramsgate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunkirk to Ramsgate will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Of the 11 ferries that leave Dunkirk for Ramsgate every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 21 Mar the direct ferries cover the 75 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 Pioneer
P&O Pioneer
Spirit of France
P&O Liberte
P&O Pioneer
P&O Pioneer
P&O Pioneer
Spirit of France
P&O Liberte
P&O PioneerTravel Information
Compare train and ferry for Dunkirk to Ramsgate
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Dunkirk to Ramsgate 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 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £180.
Distance: 40 nautical miles (75 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £180 Average Price |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Dunkirk to Ramsgate Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:20 | Arrival Time 13:50 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 08:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:30 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40 | Arrival Time 02:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 05:45 | Arrival Time 06:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 22:25 | Arrival Time 22:55 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 06:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:50 | Arrival Time 10:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Dunkirk to Ramsgate ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dunkirk to Ramsgate ferries for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:00 Dunkirk | 2h00 | 23:00 Ramsgate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:25 Dunkirk | 1h35 | 23:00 Ramsgate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:10 Dunkirk | 1h30 | 00:40 Ramsgate | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
P&O Liberte | 00:40 Port of Calais | 1h30 | 02:10 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
Spirit of France | 03:30 Port of Calais | 1h30 | 05:00 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
P&O Pioneer | 05:15 Port of Calais | 1h30 | 06:45 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
P&O Liberte | 07:00 Port of Calais | 1h30 | 08:30 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
Spirit of France | 08:50 Port of Calais | 1h30 | 10:20 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
P&O Pioneer | 11:00 Port of Calais | 1h30 | 12:30 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
P&O Liberte | 12:20 Port of Calais | 1h30 | 13:50 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
Spirit of France | 14:00 Port of Calais | 1h30 | 15:30 Port of Dover | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Dunkirk to Ramsgate
Ferries from Dunkirk to Ramsgate run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 32 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 40 nautical miles (75 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 97 sailings per week. Ferries from Dunkirk to Ramsgate are available to foot passengers.




Distance 40 nautical miles (75 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Ferries per day 32 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 97 |
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, Norfolk Line from Dunkirk to RamsgateYou can travel by ferry between Dunkirk to Ramsgate with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line 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 Ramsgate ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunkirk to Ramsgate 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 Ramsgate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Dunkirk and Ramsgate
- 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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