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Ferry from Dover to Calais

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

Dover to Calais Ferry Times

The earliest ferry from Dover to Calais typically departs Dover at about 00:15. The average sailing time of a Dover Calais ferry is approximately 1h 31m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 1h 30m.

Dover Calais Ferry Prices

Ferry prices for Dover Calais ferries typically range between €98* and €247*. The average price is around €167*. The cheapest ferry prices from Dover to Calais start from €17*. The average price for a foot passenger is €91*. The average price for a car ferry is €159*.

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

What is the distance between Dover and Calais?

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

Is there a Dover Calais car ferry?

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

Are foot passengers allowed on the Dover Calais ferry?

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

Dover to Calais Ferry Alternatives

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

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Dover - Calais Route summary
Departure Country	UK
Destination Country	France
No. of Operators	3
Operators	DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries
Average Price	167 €*
Average Daily Sailings	25
Average Weekly Sailings	177
Average Sailing Duration	1h 31m
Fastest Sailing Duration	1h 30m
First Ferry	00:15
Last Ferry	23:55
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 Dover to Calais?

The approximate duration for ferries from Dover to Calais is 1h 30m. Durations can vary by operator and season.

How much is the ferry from Dover to Calais?

Dover to Calais is approximately 212 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Dover to Calais?

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

P&O Ferries
DFDS Seaways
Irish Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Dover to Calais?

Book Dover to Calais 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 Dover to Calais?

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

P&O Ferries

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

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

P&O Ferries
DFDS Seaways
Irish Ferries

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

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 Calais from Dover?

Dover to Calais is approximately 32 nautical miles distance apart.

Dover Calais 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.

'Spirit of France' travelled on Spirit of France
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Dover Guide

The English town and port of Dover is located in the county of Kent in the south east of England. The town lies on the English Channel coast at its narrowest point between England and France. This narrow stretch of the English Channel is called the Strait of Dover. In and around the town there are many things for visitors to see and do. In memory of the spot where Bleriot landed following the first cross channel flight in 1909, the Bleriot Memorial is an outline of the aircraft flown set into the ground. Also, and overlooking the town, is Dover Castle which is the largest castle in England. It was founded in the 12th century and has been described as the "Key to England" due to its defensive significance throughout its history.

The Port of Dover is the world's busiest passenger port, with 16 million travellers, 2.1 million lorries, 2.8 million cars and motorcycles and 86,000 coaches passing through it each year. It is the main port of departure for travellers from the UK to France and beyond into mainland Europe. Services are operated by P&O Ferries and DFDS Seaways to Calais and Dunkirk.

Calais Guide

The French city of Calais is located in the Nord-Pas de Calais department of north west France and is the closest port in France to England. The Strait of Dover, which lies across the English Channel on the UK mainland, is around 32 km from Calais and on a clear day the famous White Cliffs of Dover can be seen from Calais as can the Calais coast from the cliffs. Calais has been an important maritime hub for commerce and tourism between France and England for many years and the town itself is divided into two parts. The old town, Calais-Nord, is located on a man made island that is surrounded by canals and harbours. The modern town, St-Pierre, is located to the south of the old town. The city is moving away from just being home to the busy port and is becoming increasingly popular as a tourist destination in itself. It has a long and rich cultural heritage, a number of museums and a lively nightlife. A popular attraction in the city are its Belfries which are siege towers that were built to protect the city from marauders, and are today declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Ferries to England depart Calais on average every 30 minutes, with a crossing time to Dover of around 75 minutes.

Dover to Calais Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 14/10/2024 and 20/10/2024

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