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Ferry from Dover to Calais

There are usually 24 daily and 162 weekly sailings between Dover and Calais. 3 operators sail this route DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries and runs throughout the year. Dover Calais ferries cost between 112.44 € and 287.34 €, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Dover Calais ferries.

Dover Calais Ferry Times

The earliest Dover Calais ferry sailings typically depart Dover at around 00:15. The last ferry usually departs at 23:55.

How long is the ferry from Dover to Calais?

Dover Calais Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 1h 30m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 30m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Dover Calais Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 24 daily sailings and up to 162 weekly ferry sailings from Dover to Calais. These sailings are provided by DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

Dover Calais Ferry Prices

Dover Calais ferry prices typically range between 112.44 €* and 287.34 €*. The average price is typically 154.85 €*. The cheapest Dover Calais ferry prices start from 19.09 €*. The average price for a foot passenger is 73.76 €*. The average price for a car is 154.45 €*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

How far is it from Dover to Calais?

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

Can I travel by car on the Dover Calais ferry?

Yes, DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Dover and Calais. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Dover and Calais.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Dover to Calais?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with P&O Ferries between Dover and Calais.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Dover to Calais?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Dover to Calais with DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries. 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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Dover - Calais Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country France
No. of Operators 3
Operators DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries
Average Price 154 €*
Average Daily Sailings 24
Average Weekly Sailings 162
Average 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 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

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 18/11/2024 and 24/11/2024


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 09:50 1 hour 35 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 Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries 13:40 15:15 1 hour 35 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 Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries 18:50 20:25 1 hour 35 minutes Everyday
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
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