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Calais Ferry Port Information

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.

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Calais Ferry Companies

DFDS

Eurotunnel

Irish Ferries

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Calais Promotions and Cheap Deals

Irish Ferries 94€ Calais - Dover 2 Day Return

Irish Ferries – Calais to Dover 2 Day Short Break from 94€ Return

Posted: 20 Feb 2026

DFDS Kids Eat Free: France - UK

DFDS France-UK – Kids Eat Free during February Half Term

Posted: 18 Feb 2026

P&O Ferries Pet Lounge Open!

P&O Ferries – New Pet Lounge Now Open on Calais Dover ferry route

Posted: 5 Feb 2026

DFDS Ferries to England from 130€

DFDS: Short 3 & 5 days break to England from 130€

Posted: 25 Jan 2026

Ferry to England from 130€ with P&O Ferries

England short breaks from 130€ with P&O Ferries

Posted: 24 Jan 2026

Best 2026 ferry deals to England from 41€

All the Ferry offers to England with Brittany Ferries, DFDS, Irish Ferries & P&O Ferries – from 41€

Posted: 23 Jan 2026

Irish Ferries Day Trip £33* Dover Calais

Irish Ferries – Car from £33 each way – Dover to Calais

Posted: 12 Jan 2026

P&O Ferries 3 & 5 Day Special Offers

P&O Ferries – 3 Day (from 130€) & 5 Day (from 165€) Short Break Deals – Dover to Calais

Posted: 20 Dec 2025

England short breaks with Irish Ferries - 120€*

Ferries to England – 3 & 5 day return fares from 120€ with Irish Ferries

Posted: 24 Jan 2025

Departure Board for Calais

Sunday, 1 March 2026

Show departures for:

09:22 am

09:50 am

10:30 am

11:10 am

12:00 pm

01:15 pm

Latest Ticket Prices for Calais

Dover → Calais

Sun, 21 June, 10:40

DFDS

$635.40

Routes To And From Calais

Calais - Dover

Folkestone - Calais

Dover - Calais

Calais - Folkestone

Frequently Asked Questions About Calais

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What are the check-in times for Irish Ferries from Dover to Calais and Calais to Dover?

The check-in times for Irish Ferries routes vary depending on the route and whether you will be travelling on foot or in a vehicle. The latest Irish Ferries check-in times are: Check-in 2 hours before departure if travelling by coach Check-in 1 hour before departure if travelling with a motorcycle Check-in 1 hour before departure if travelling with any other vehicle type These check-in times are the latest you should complete check-in. During busy seasons we recommend arriving at the port earlier in case of queues or delays. Notes: In Calais port, border control processing is after you check-in - please ensure you allow enough time to complete both check-in AND border control.

What are the check-in times for Eurotunnel LeShuttle shuttles from Calais?

Check-in opens 4 hours before departure and closes 1 hour before departure.

What are the check-in times for P&O Ferries from Dover to Calais and Calais to Dover?

Passengers with a vehicle: Check-in closes 60 minutes before departure. Passengers without a vehicle: Check-in closes 90 minutes before departure. Passengers travelling with pets: Check-in closes 90 minutes before departure.

What are the check-in times for DFDS ferries from Calais to Dover and Dover to Calais?

Check-in closes 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. In the busy season, passengers are advised to arrive at least 2 hours before departure.

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Port Terminals For Calais

Ferry Terminal (Vehicle Access)

The Calais terminal is easily accessible by vehicle and is only a short drive from the city centre. Vehicles: Follow the signage directing to the appropriate lanes for check-in and boarding.

Modes of Transport: Standard Car, Bicycle, Foot passenger, Motorcycle, Van (passenger)

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Ferry Terminal (Foot Passenger Access)

P&O Ferries Foot Passengers: Proceed to the check-in counter within the terminal building.

Modes of Transport: Foot passenger, Bicycle

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LeShuttle Calais Terminal

Caution: You must follow for "Terminal tourisme" NOT for "Terminal fret" when leaving the A16 Vehicles: When you arrive, follow the signs directing you to the check-in booths. You’ll remain in your vehicle throughout the check-in and boarding process. LeShuttle is primarily designed for vehicle transportation, and there are no facilities or services for foot passengers at the Calais Terminal. All passengers are required to be in a vehicle to use the LeShuttle service.

Modes of Transport: Standard Car, Motorcycle, Van (passenger)

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