Calais – Folkestone
Ferries to England
Calais – Folkestone
Ferries to England
There are usually 37 daily and 252 weekly sailings between Calais and Folkestone. This ferry route is operated by
The earliest Calais Folkestone ferry sailings typically depart Calais at around 00:16. The last ferry usually departs at 23:56.
Calais Folkestone Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 35m. The fastest sailings are approximately 35m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 37 daily sailings and up to 252 weekly ferry sailings from Calais to Folkestone. These sailings are provided by Eurotunnel. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Calais Folkestone ferry prices typically range between 174.0 €* and 349.0 €*. The average price is typically 248.0 €*. The cheapest Calais Folkestone ferry prices start from 57.0 €*. The average price for a car is 244.0 €*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Calais to Folkestone is approximately 51.4 miles (82.7km) or 44.7 nautical miles.
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No ferry operators currently sailing between Calais and Folkestone sell foot passengers only tickets.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Calais to Folkestone with Eurotunnel. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Calais - Folkestone Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | France | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Eurotunnel | |
| Average Price | 248 €* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 37 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 252 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 35m | |
| First Ferry | 00:16 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:56 | |
| Distance | 44 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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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.
The town and port of Folkestone is located on the south east coast of England, in the county of Kent, and lies on the English Channel coast. The town sits at the southern end of the North Downs , where they meet the sea, and unlike the white chalk cliffs at nearby Dover, the cliffs at Folkestone are of Greensand and Gault clay. The Pent Stream which cuts through the cliffs at Folkestone provided the original haven for fishing vessels and cross channel boats. Part of Folkestone also falls within the boundaries of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the nearby Brockhill Country Park, to the west of the town, has a lovely lake and footpaths and links to the Royal Military Canal at nearby Hythe.
The town also has two important Battle of Britain landmarks. The first is the Kent Battle of Britain Museum which is the oldest Battle of Britain museum in the UK, and the second is the Battle of Britain Memorial at Capel-le-Ferne.
The town's harbour is now mainly used by the town's fishing fleet and also by pleasure boats.
