Calais Dover Ferry
Ferries from Calais to Dover are operated by 3 ferry companies. Operators include DFDS, Irish Ferries, and P&O Ferries. There are currently 215 weekly sailings on this ferry route. The journey typically takes around 1 hour 36 minutes. The earliest departure is at 01:30 and the latest is at 23:00. Prices start from as little as £92, depending on the season and vehicle type.
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Ferry Companies from Calais to Dover
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Calais to Dover Ferry Prices (2026 Estimates)
Ferry prices for the Calais to Dover route are dynamic and vary depending on demand, availability and how far in advance you book.
👉 Typical prices range from around £32 to over £289 depending on the season and vehicle type. Most travelers with a car can expect to pay between £92 and £137 one way, although prices may be higher during peak travel periods.
Foot Passengers: From £32 one way.Note: Foot passenger travel is not available on all routes, and space may be limited to specific sailings.
Cars (including driver): From £92 to £137 one way, rising to £191 during peak times.
Motorcycles: From £50 to £67 one way.
Day Trips: From £79 to £289 for a car and passengers.
💡Travel tip: Booking early and traveling mid-week usually offers the lowest fares. Prices are highest during weekends and holiday periods.
👉 For the latest prices and availability, check live Calais to Dover ferry fares.
What's the best time to take the Calais - Dover ferry?
📅 November is the cheapest month to sail Calais to Dover, averaging £104 per crossing. Prices peak in August at £136.
Mid-season months (March – May and October) average around £112–£124.
Monthly average prices (2026)
| Month | Avg. price (GBP) | Season |
|---|---|---|
| January | £112 | Off-Peak |
| February | £109 | Off-Peak |
| March | £112 | Mid-Season |
| April | £114 | Mid-Season |
| May | £119 | Mid-Season |
| June | £125 | Peak Period |
| July | £131 | Peak Period |
| August | £136 | Peak Period |
| September | £128 | Peak Period |
| October | £124 | Mid-Season |
| November | £104 | Off-Peak |
| December | £106 | Off-Peak |
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For anyone looking to cross the English Channel, the Calais to Dover ferry offers a fast and reliable option.
Departing from Calais, in Northern France, and arriving in Dover, in Southern England, the route features frequent daily sailings and accommodates vehicles of all sizes as well as foot passengers.
Whether booking for leisure, business, or connecting travel onward in the UK, travellers can plan their journey with confidence thanks to our easy online ferry search, regular departures, and a journey time of approximately 90 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Calais-Dover
Frequently Asked Questions About Calais-Dover
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About Dover
Dover is the most popular port in England and the gateway to France for many British tourists. Dover faces the narrowest part of the channel, and on a clear day you can see France from the ferry port.
As the shortest channel crossing between England and France, Dover has been a popular port for people who wish to explore mainland Europe. The iconic chalk cliffs have become known as the White Cliffs of Dover and can be seen for miles across the channel. Dover prides itself in its transport services and tourism, and has 3 museums; the main Dover Museum, the Dover Transport Museum and the Roman Painted House.
The port's efficient operations, high traffic capacity, and proximity to major road networks, including the M20 and M2 motorways, further enhance its role as a key transport hub for the UK.
About Calais
Calais ferry port is located across the Channel from Dover on the coast of northern France, it is situated on the most frequented shipping lanes in the world and is the closest French town to the United Kingdom. Calais ferry port is conveniently situated to allow easy access to the port itself but also to shops and restaurants in the surrounding area by being directly linked to the French motorway system.
Calais to Dover Ships
Reviews for Calais-Dover
Reviews for Calais-Dover
It’s very good
It’s very good
I always appreciate DFDS, especially…
I always appreciate DFDS, especially for the comfortable lounges and the friendliness of the staff.
Have a good crossing
Have a good crossing