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Ferry from Calais to Dover

Depending on the season their are usually 25 daily and 177 weekly sailings between Calais and Dover. 3 ferry operators sail between Calais to Dover, these include DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries. Calais Dover Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing and availability for your ferry trip.

Calais to Dover Ferry Times

The earliest ferry from Calais to Dover typically departs Calais at about 00:05. The average sailing time of a Calais Dover ferry is approximately 1h 31m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 1h 30m.

Calais Dover Ferry Prices

Ferry prices for Calais Dover ferries typically range between €96* and €248*. The average price is around €169*. The cheapest ferry prices from Calais to Dover start from €8*. The average price for a foot passenger is €93*. The average price for a car ferry is €161*.

Pricing will vary by season and depend on the number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time.

What is the distance between Calais and Dover?

The distance between Calais to Dover is approximately 37.8 miles (60.8km), or 32.8 nautical miles.

Is there a Calais Dover car ferry?

Yes, DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries offer a car ferry from Calais to Dover. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Calais and Dover.

Are foot passengers allowed on the Calais Dover ferry?

Yes, foot passengers can travel on ferries from Calais to Dover with P&O Ferries.

Calais to Dover Ferry Alternatives

For more information, please visit our Ferries from France to England page.

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Calais - Dover Route summary
Departure Country	France
Destination Country	UK
No. of Operators	3
Operators	DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries
Average Price	169 €*
Average Daily Sailings	25
Average Weekly Sailings	177
Average Sailing Duration	1h 31m
Fastest Sailing Duration	1h 30m
First Ferry	00:05
Last Ferry	23:00
Distance	32 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.

How long is the ferry from Calais to Dover?

The approximate duration for ferries from Calais to Dover is 1h 31m. Durations can vary by operator and season.

How much is the ferry from Calais to Dover?

Calais to Dover is approximately 209 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Calais to Dover?

3 popular ferry companies travel from Calais to Dover. These ferry companies are

P&O Ferries
DFDS Seaways
Irish Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Calais to Dover?

Book Calais to Dover tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Calais to Dover?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Calais to Dover with

P&O Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Calais to Dover?

Yes, you can travel with a car from Calais to Dover with the following operators

P&O Ferries
DFDS Seaways
Irish Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Calais to Dover?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries

P&O Ferries
DFDS Seaways
Irish Ferries

How far is Dover from Calais?

Calais to Dover is approximately 32 nautical miles distance apart.

Calais Dover Ferry reviews

"All good apart from the parking"

We were asked to park at the very back Of the ship from pekbroke to roslare which was looking fairly unprofessional, we was to close to the trailers at very back which did not allow to pass between the cars we needed to go under the trailers, I have photos to follow

'Isle Of Innisfree' travelled on Isle Of Innisfree
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"Miła podróż. "

Krótka podróż w miłej atmosferze. Statek czysty i punktualny

'Spirit of France' travelled on Spirit of France
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"Holiday"

Nice trip

'C Class' travelled on C Class
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"Lovely staff. "

From the ferry port where I took a wrong turn to disembarking in Calais, the staff were so friendly and helpful. The ship is nice, toilets a bit on the smelly side, but it's a short journey so we didn't mind. A great service and would certainly travel with the company again.

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Calais Guide

The French town and major sea port of Calais is located in northern France and lies on the English Channel coast, around 21 miles across the English Channel from the English Port of Dover. On a clear day it is possible to see the White Cliffs of Dover, across the Strait of Dover. Calais' old town, known as Calais-Nord, is surrounded by canals and harbours and lies on an artificial island. The more modern part of Calais, known as St-Pierre, is located to the south of the old town.

Visitors to the town can take in the Tour du Guet which is situated in the Place d'Armes in the old town. Built in the 13th century, the structure was originally a water tower which was subsequently used as a lighthouse until 1848.

The port of Calais is well known to many visitors from the UK and is the 4th largest port in France, by passenger numbers. It is the main gateway into France for many UK visitors and is less than 3 hours by car from Paris, Brussels and London and is connected to several motorways. On average a ship departs from Calais every 30 minutes, with around 50 departures to Dover each day, with a crossing time of about 75 minutes.

Dover Guide

The town and port of Dover is located on the south east coast of England, in the county of Kent. The major ferry port lies on the English Channel coast, at its narrowest point between England and France. Dover is the world's busiest passenger port with roughly 16 million travellers, 2 million lorries, nearly 3 million cars and motorcycles and 86,000 coaches passing through it each year. Providing an iconic backdrop to the town are its white chalk cliffs and are an impressive sight when entering the port by ferry.

A popular tourist attraction in the town is the 12th century Dover Castle which stands guard over the town. The medieval castle has been described as the "Key to England" because of its defensive importance over the centuries, and is also England's largest castle. Today, the castle is a designated Scheduled Monument which means that it is a nationally important historic building and archaeological site that is protected against unauthorised change. It is also a Grade I listed building and an internationally recognised important structure. The castle, its secret tunnels and surrounding land are all now owned by English Heritage.

Calais to Dover Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 16/09/2024 and 22/09/2024

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
P&O Ferries	01:00	02:35	1 hour 35 minutes	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	01:30	03:00	1 hour 30 minutes	Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways	02:30	04:00	1 hour 30 minutes	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	03:50	05:20	1 hour 30 minutes	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries	04:30	06:05	1 hour 35 minutes	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways	06:05	07:35	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	06:15	07:50	1 hour 35 minutes	Everyday
Irish Ferries	06:30	08:00	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
DFDS Seaways	07:35	09:05	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	08:00	09:35	1 hour 35 minutes	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries	08:00	09:45	1 hour 45 minutes	Mon
Irish Ferries	08:50	10:20	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
DFDS Seaways	09:05	10:35	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	09:50	11:25	1 hour 35 minutes	Everyday
Irish Ferries	11:10	12:40	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
DFDS Seaways	11:20	12:50	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	12:00	13:35	1 hour 35 minutes	Everyday
DFDS Seaways	12:50	14:20	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	13:20	14:55	1 hour 35 minutes	Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	13:35	15:05	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
DFDS Seaways	14:20	15:50	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	15:00	16:35	1 hour 35 minutes	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries	15:50	17:25	1 hour 35 minutes	Mon
Irish Ferries	15:55	17:25	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
DFDS Seaways	16:35	18:05	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	17:15	18:50	1 hour 35 minutes	Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways	18:05	19:35	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
Irish Ferries	18:20	19:50	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	19:00	20:35	1 hour 35 minutes	Everyday
DFDS Seaways	19:35	21:05	1 hour 30 minutes	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Irish Ferries	20:40	22:10	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
P&O Ferries	22:25	00:00	1 hour 35 minutes	Everyday
Irish Ferries	23:00	00:30	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday
DFDS Seaways	23:00	00:30	1 hour 30 minutes	Everyday