4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from London to Calais
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Ferries per day
11
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from London to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Calais will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £30.
Of the 11 ferries that leave London for Calais every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 20 Dec the direct ferries cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 35 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for London to Calais
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £138.
Distance: 81 nautical miles (151 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
London to Calais Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 12:20 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 14:05 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:40 | Arrival Time 16:15 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30 | Arrival Time 06:10 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 10:50 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 23:20 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 08:50 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 02:35 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 17:40 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival Time 21:25 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
London to Calais ferry times
The table below shows live departures for London to Calais ferries for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Pioneer | 03:30 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 05:10 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 06:15 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 07:50 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 08:15 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 09:50 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 09:45 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 11:20 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 11:30 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 13:05 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 13:40 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 15:15 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 15:05 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 16:40 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 16:40 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 18:15 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 18:50 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 20:25 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 20:45 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 22:20 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 23:55 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 01:35 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Ferry from London to Calais
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Ferries from London to Calais run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 32 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 81 nautical miles (151 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 222 sailings per week. Ferries from London to Calais are available to foot passengers.
Distance 81 nautical miles (151 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 32 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 222 |
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 from London to CalaisYou can travel by ferry between London to Calais with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: London to Calais ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Calais 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 Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London and Calais
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Au Vieux Fourneau (0.7km)
- Le Channel (0.8km)
- L'Hovercraft (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Calaisien and Taxi Radio Calais.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Gare Maritime
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