The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ramsgate to Calais
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
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 £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Ramsgate for Calais every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 30 Jul the direct ferries cover the 52 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.
16:401h30Ramsgate18:10Calais£281One-way0 changes
15:401h30Ramsgate17:10Calais£291One-way0 changes
16:401h30Ramsgate18:10Calais£281One-way0 changes
15:401h30Ramsgate17:10Calais£291One-way0 changes
Travel 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 £27. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £193.
Distance: 28 nautical miles (52 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £196 Average Price |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m 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 11:30 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 15:40 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 18:10 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:40 | Arrival Time 11:20 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:45 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 21:50 | Arrival Time 23:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:00 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:50 | Arrival Time 22:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 18:50 | Arrival Time 21:20 | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Ramsgate to Calais ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ramsgate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DFDS Seaways | 20:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 23:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 22:00 Port of Dover | 2h00 | 1:00 Port of Dunkirk | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 30 July | |||||
![]() | 15:40 Ramsgate | 1h30 | 17:10 Calais | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:40 Ramsgate | 1h30 | 18:10 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 29 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 29 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 148 sailings per week. Ferries from Ramsgate to Calais are available to foot passengers.

Distance 28 nautical miles (52 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Ferries per day 29 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 148 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 0:10 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Ferry operators: DFDS from Ramsgate to CalaisYou can travel by ferry between Ramsgate to Calais with DFDS for as low as £27. 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
Most Ramsgate 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 Ramsgate and Calais ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Calais port do ferries from Ramsgate 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.

