The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ramsgate to Calais
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Ferries per day
11
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ramsgate to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ramsgate to Calais 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 Ramsgate 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 Thu 29 Jan the direct ferries cover the 52 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.
P&O Liberte
Spirit of France
P&O Pioneer
P&O Liberte
P&O Pioneer
Spirit of France
Spirit of France
Spirit of France
P&O Liberte
P&O PioneerTravel Information
Compare train and ferry for Ramsgate to Calais
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ramsgate 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 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £192.
Distance: 28 nautical miles (52 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £193 Average Price |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ramsgate 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 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 08:15 | Arrival Time 10:50 | Duration 1h35 | 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 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 Thu |
Live departures
Ramsgate to Calais ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ramsgate to Calais 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 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 | |
P&O Pioneer | 18:50 Port of Dover | 1h35 | 20:25 Port of Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ramsgate to Calais
Ferries from Ramsgate to Calais run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. 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 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 28 nautical miles (52 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 173 sailings per week. Ferries from Ramsgate to Calais are available to foot passengers.

Distance 28 nautical miles (52 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Ferries per day 33 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 173 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 00:10 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS from Ramsgate to CalaisYou can travel by ferry between Ramsgate to Calais with 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: Ramsgate to Calais ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ramsgate 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 Ramsgate and Calais
- 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
