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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from London to Ghent
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
11
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from London to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ghent 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 London for Ghent every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 24 Feb the direct ferries cover the 272 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train, flight and ferry for London to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 146 nautical miles (272 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £189 Average Price | £57 Average Price | £163 Average Price |
2h 42m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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London to Ghent Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:40 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 10:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 02:25 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 17:35 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival Time 21:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
London to Ghent ferry times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ghent ferries for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Pioneer | 13:40 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 15:10 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 15:05 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 16:35 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 16:40 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 18:10 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 18:50 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 20:20 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 20:45 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 22:15 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 23:55 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 01:25 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
| P&O Liberte | 03:30 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 05:00 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 06:15 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 07:45 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 08:15 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 09:45 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 09:45 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 11:15 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 11:30 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 13:00 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from London to Ghent
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Belgium
Ferries from London to Ghent run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 33 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 146 nautical miles (272 km) distance in 1h 25m. There are 224 sailings per week. Ferries from London to Ghent are available to foot passengers.
Distance 146 nautical miles (272 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 33 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 224 |
Fastest ferry 1h 25m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line from London to GhentYou can travel by ferry between London to Ghent with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: London to Ghent ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ghent 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 Ghent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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