4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Margate to Calais
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Margate to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Calais will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £26.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Margate for Calais every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 31 Jul the direct ferries cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 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 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.
23:351h40Margate1:15Calais£261One-way0 changes
16:401h30Margate18:10Calais£271One-way0 changes- 22:551h30Margate0:25Calais£961One-way0 changes
- 16:401h30Margate18:10Calais£271One-way0 changes
- 22:551h30Margate0:25Calais£961One-way0 changes
- 23:351h40Margate1:15Calais£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and train for Margate to Calais
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Margate to Calais 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £193.
Distance: 30 nautical miles (57 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £196 Average Price |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Margate to Calais Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:40 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 01:20 | Arrival Time 03:00 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 04:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 22:10 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 18:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:40 | Arrival Time 11:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 23:35 | Arrival Time 01:15 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 21:50 | Arrival Time 23:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 22:55 | Arrival Time 00:25 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Margate to Calais ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Margate to Calais ferries for today, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:40 Margate | 1h30 | 18:10 Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for P&O Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of DFDS to find the best option for your trip from Margate to Calais.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Margate to Calais
United Kingdom
France
Ferries from Margate to Calais run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 28 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 30 nautical miles (57 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 121 sailings per week. Ferries from Margate to Calais are available to foot passengers.
Distance 30 nautical miles (57 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 28 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 121 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 0:10 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Ferry operators: P&O Ferries, DFDS from Margate to CalaisYou can travel by ferry between Margate to Calais with P&O Ferries, DFDS for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Margate to Calais ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Calais
Most Margate to Calais ferries use the Port of Dover to Port of Calais port pair, with some services arriving at Port of Dunkirk. Use this guide to compare Margate and Calais ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Calais port do ferries from Margate arrive at?
Getting to Port of Calais from Calais city centre
Port of Calais is 1 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Calais port facilities and services
Port of Calais has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Au Vieux Fourneau (0.7km), Le Channel (0.8km), L'Hovercraft (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Calais.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Calais: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Calais.
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