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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

1 h 40 m

Average duration

1 h 40 m

Ferries per day

10

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Folkestone 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 Folkestone 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 10 ferries that leave Folkestone for Boulogne-sur-Mer every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat 20 Jun the direct ferries cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

The slowest ferries will take 1 h 40 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.

  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    9:101h40
    Port of Dover
    11:50DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    4:401h40
    Port of Dover
    7:20DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    15:551h40
    Port of Dover
    18:35DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    18:101h40
    Port of Dover
    20:50DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    10:401h40
    Port of Dover
    13:20DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal
    £281One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and ferry for Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £192.

Distance: 27 nautical miles (51 km)

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Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£195

Average Price

2h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 34m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

6h 9m

Average total duration

5h 39m

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30m

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Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer Ferry Timetables

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

Live departures

Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferries for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways10:40 Port of Dover
1h40
13:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways12:55 Port of Dover
1h40
15:35 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways14:25 Port of Dover
1h40
17:05 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways15:55 Port of Dover
1h40
18:35 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways18:10 Port of Dover
1h40
20:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways19:40 Port of Dover
1h40
22:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways21:10 Port of Dover
1h40
23:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Saturday 20 June
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways0:35 Port of Dover
1h40
3:15 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways4:40 Port of Dover
1h40
7:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways7:40 Port of Dover
1h40
10:20 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways9:10 Port of Dover
1h40
11:50 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Why should you book Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferries with Omio?

DFDS as well as Irish Ferries, Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries and more offer ferries services from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer.

Why book with Omio vs DFDS?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for DFDS, but also compare tickets for the likes of Irish Ferries, Norfolk Line or P&O Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare DFDS with all available travel options, which are train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer.

Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer

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Ferries from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.

There are 24 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 27 nautical miles (51 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 105 sailings per week. Ferries from Folkestone 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
Official Omio partners on this route
DFDS
Irish Ferries
Norfolk Line
P&O Ferries
Distance
27 nautical miles (51 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Ferries per day
24
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
105
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
First ferry
0:05
Last ferry
23:55
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
1 day
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, Irish Ferries, Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-MerYou can travel by ferry between Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer with DFDS, Irish Ferries, Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries for as low as £27. 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
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
£27
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
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£25
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

Irish Ferries

Luggage & cancellation policy
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

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 30m
Cheapest Price
£28
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

FAQs: Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer is £29; 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 Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer is 1h 30m 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 Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 24 direct ferries a day from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer 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 Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer, you can count on DFDS, Irish Ferries, Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries for the best way to get you to Boulogne-sur-Mer. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Folkestone and Boulogne-sur-Mer and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Boulogne-sur-Mer from Folkestone is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Folkestone to Boulogne-sur-Mer is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Folkestone and Boulogne-sur-Mer including taking a train and ferry.

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