Dover – Calais
Ferries to France
Dover – Calais
Ferries to France
There are around 24 daily and 162 weekly sailings from Dover to Calais. 3 operators sail this route
The earliest Dover Calais ferry sailings typically depart Dover at around 00:15. The last ferry usually departs at 23:55.
The average duration of a Dover Calais ferry is around 1h 30m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 30m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.
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 typically range between $182.89* and $466.81*. The average price is typically $253.07*. The cheapest Dover Calais ferry prices start from $31.09*. The average price for a foot passenger is $118.89*. The average price for a car is $250.7*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Dover and Calais is approximately 37.8 miles (60.8km) or 32.8 nautical miles.
Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Dover and Calais with P&O Ferries. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Pets are welcome on board Dover Calais ferries 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 | A$253* | |
| 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.
Found on the south east coast of England in the county of Kent, Dover ferry port is arguably the world's busiest port with millions of passengers and vehicles passing through on cross channel ferries each year. Dover is the nearest English port to France with just 21 miles separating it from Calais and Dunkirk a little further up the coast. The port is also by far one of the most popular departure points for travelling between the UK and continental Europe; no surprise when you consider there's a cross channel ferry departure on average every 30 minutes with some. Dover ferry port boasts top facilities and almost unrivalled transport links following a period of continued investment and subsequent improvement.
Calais is the closest French town to England and the main port for crossing the Channel, with the largest choice of departure time. The crossing between Calais and Dover is the shortest sailing between England and France too. Around 4 miles from Calais, in Coquelles, you'll find the Eurotunnel terminal. There is also a direct link to Paris from Calais, by train. Calais is also a fishing port so you'll be able to taste fresh cuisine all around the town too.
