4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from London to Calais
Cheapest price
£178
Average price
£181
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
22
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 £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £178.
Of the 22 ferries that leave London for Calais every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 05 May the direct ferries cover the 151 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 Pioneer8:151h30Port of Dover10:45Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes- P&O Liberte20:451h30Port of Dover23:15Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer13:401h30Port of Dover16:10Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer23:551h30Port of Dover2:25Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer18:501h30Port of Dover21:20Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer8:151h30Port of Dover10:45Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
- P&O Liberte20:451h30Port of Dover23:15Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer13:401h30Port of Dover16:10Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer23:551h30Port of Dover2:25Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
- P&O Pioneer18:501h30Port of Dover21:20Port of Calais£1781One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry, train and coach 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 £16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 46m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £133.
Distance: 81 nautical miles (151 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £134 Average Price |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m 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 13:40 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 18:10 | Arrival Time 20:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:55 | Arrival Time 15:35 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 17:35 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 00:30 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:40 | Arrival Time 07:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:10 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 19:40 | Arrival Time 22:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 05:20 | Arrival Time 07:50 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival Time 21:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 07:50 | Arrival Time 10:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 12:35 | Arrival Time 15:05 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 12:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 15:55 | Arrival Time 18:35 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:40 | Arrival Time 13:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 14:25 | Arrival Time 17:05 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40 | Arrival Time 10:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 17:20 | Arrival Time 19:50 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 14:55 | Arrival Time 17:25 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 00:20 | Arrival Time 02:50 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 19:40 | Arrival Time 22:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 10:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 21:10 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 02:25 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 00:35 | Arrival Time 03:15 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Live departures
London to Calais ferry times
The table below shows live departures for London to Calais ferries for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Pioneer | 23:55 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 2:25 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
 DFDS Seaways | 0:35 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 3:15 DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | 10:40 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 | 12:55 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 | 14:25 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 | |
| Spirit of France | 16:40 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 19:10 Port of Calais | 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 | |
| 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 | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
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 46m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £16 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 25m. There are 217 sailings per week. Ferries from London to Calais are available to foot passengers.
Distance 81 nautical miles (151 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 32 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 217 |
Fastest ferry 1h 25m |
First ferry 0:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line from London to CalaisYou can travel by ferry between London to Calais with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line for as low as £16. 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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