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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from London to Ostend
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Ferries per day
11
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from London to Ostend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ostend will cost around £30 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 Ostend every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 29 Jan the direct ferries cover the 213 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 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 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 Ostend
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ostend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 115 nautical miles (213 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £188 Average Price | £53 Average Price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
London to Ostend 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 Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 13:40 | Arrival Time 16:15 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30 | Arrival Time 06:10 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 10:50 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 23:20 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 02:35 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:05 | Arrival Time 17:40 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival Time 21:25 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Live departures
London to Ostend ferry times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ostend ferries for today, Wednesday 28 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Pioneer | 18:50 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 20:25 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 20:45 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 22:20 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 23:55 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 01:35 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 29 January | |||||
| P&O Liberte | 03:30 Port of Dover | 1h40 | 05:10 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 | 1h35 | 09:50 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 09:45 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 11:20 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 11:30 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 13:00 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 13:40 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 15:15 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 15:05 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 16:40 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
| Spirit of France | 16:40 Port of Dover | 1h30 | 18:10 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from London to Ostend
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Ferries from London to Ostend run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £26 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 115 nautical miles (213 km) distance in 1h 35m. There are 176 sailings per week. Ferries from London to Ostend are available to foot passengers.
Distance 115 nautical miles (213 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 33 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 176 |
Fastest ferry 1h 35m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries from London to OstendYou can travel by ferry between London to Ostend with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: London to Ostend ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ostend 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 Ostend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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