Compare Dover – Calais Ferry PricesFor those in the South of England, the English Channel ferry routes between Dover and Calais are a convenient way of reaching France, Belgium, Holland, Germany and other European countries further afield.
There are a choice of routes and ferry operators – Dover to Calais and Dover to Dunkirk.
Taking around 90 minutes and with over 40 crossings a day, it’s quick and easy and you’re sure to find a crossing time to suit your travel plans.
If time is at a premium, the Eurotunnel between Folkestone and Calais will speed you under the Channel in just 35 minutes.
* Crossing times and frequency correct at the time of writing.
Dover – Calais* Crossing times and frequency correct at the time of writing.
The Port of Dover ferry terminal is located just off the A20 in Dover. By car, follow the boat signs to the ‘Eastern Docks’ – all three operators, P&O, DFDS and Irish Ferries, are found here. Use postcode CT16 1HZ for your sat nav. For foot passengers arriving by public transport, Dover Priory train station is just over 1 mile from the port.
Port of Dover – View Larger Map
The Calais ferry terminal (Port Boulogne) can be found just outside of Calais on the N216. From the main A16/E40 motorway, looks for the green signs to ‘Calais Port – Car Ferry’. Again, all three ferry operators can be found here. The entrance for foot passengers is by the ‘Cousteau’ bus stop and the free Balad’in shuttle bus runs from the centre of Calais to here roughly every 12-20 minutes.
Port of Calais – View Larger Map
The DFDS terminal is located just to the West of Dunkirk. The address is Terminal Car Ferry, Port 5670, Rte de la Maison Blanche, 59279 Loon-Plage, France. There are white ‘Car Ferry’ signs on the exit from the main A16/E40 motorway.
DFDS Dunkirk Ferry Terminal – View Larger Map
Check in times vary, from 45 minutes up to 90 minutes before the sailing. Check with your ferry operator for their specific minimum arrival time at the port.
Personal allowances for alcohol and tobacco when travelling to mainland Europe are much lower than they used to be when the UK was a member of the European Union. According to the UK Goverment website, you are currently allowed to bring the following into the UK without paying import VAT or duty:
Although the Dover to Calais and Dunkirk routes are the most popular, and busy, there are many other alternative ferry routes between the South of England and France. Depending on your destination, these routes can be quicker, more convenient and make for a more relaxing journey.
Quickly compare prices and offers on these and alternative routings to see how much you can save!
Other Ferry Routes to FranceAlthough the Dover to Calais and Dunkirk routes are the most popular, and busy, there are many other alternative ferry routes between the South of England and France. Depending on your destination, these routes can be quicker, more convenient and make for a more relaxing journey.
Quickly compare prices and offers on these and alternative routings to see how much you can save!
It’s a legal requirement in France and many other European countries to carry a number of items of safety equipment in your car with you. There can be very hefty fines (sometimes on the spot) if you’re stopped by the Police and you don’t have these items in your car.
In France, it is a legal requirement to have reflective jackets and other items of safety equipment in your car.
It’s a legal requirement in France and many other European countries to carry a number of items of safety equipment in your car with you. There can be very hefty fines (sometimes on the spot) if you’re stopped by the Police and you don’t have these items in your car.