Dover to Calais Ferry

Dover Calais Ferry

Ferries from Dover to Calais are operated by 3 ferry companies. Operators include DFDS, Irish Ferries, and P&O Ferries. There are currently 104 weekly sailings on this ferry route. The journey typically takes around 1 hour 33 minutes. The earliest departure is at 00:15 and the latest is at 22:50.

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Ferry Companies from Dover to Calais

Ferry Operator	Average price	Duration	Weekly Sailings
DFDS	$217	1h 40min	35 sailings
Irish Ferries	-	1h 30min	35 sailings
P&O Ferries	$225	1h 30min	34 sailings

*Average price based on ferry bookings from the last 30 days. Last updated: 05/21/2026 09:29AM

Dover to Calais Ferry Prices (2026 Estimates)

Ferry prices for the Dover to Calais route are dynamic and vary depending on demand, availability and how far in advance you book.

👉 Typical prices range from around $91 to over $186 depending on the season and vehicle type.

Foot Passengers: From $91 to $186 one way.Note: Foot passenger travel is not available on all routes, and space may be limited to specific sailings.

💡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 Dover to Calais ferry fares.

Essential Travel Information: Dover to Calais

Check-In Times

Foot Passengers: Arrive at least 90 minutes before departure.
Cars & Vehicles: Arrive at least 60 minutes before departure.

Travelling with Pets

Pets are accepted on most ferries, but must travel in designated areas or kennels.
Advance booking for pets is often required.
Owners should bring a pet passport or valid vaccination documents, and note that pets cannot usually stay in passenger cabins.

Travelling by Bike

Bicycles are generally accepted on board but may need to be secured in the vehicle deck or dedicated bike area.
Some operators may charge a small fee for bike carriage.
Always confirm requirements when booking.

Port Facilities

Dover Ferry Port

Cafés, restaurants, and shops (including newsagents)
Free Wi‑Fi, toilets, and seating lounges
Accessible facilities and customer service points
Pet relief areas and parking options
Easy access via A20/M20 road network

Port of Calais

Cafés, restaurants, and retail outlets
Free Wi‑Fi, toilets, and waiting lounges
Car parking, short-term drop-off zones, and taxi ranks
Pet facilities and accessible services
Public transport connections to city centre

Dover Calais in pictures

Dover-Calais Promotions and Cheap Deals

Irish Ferries 117€ Calais - Dover 2 Day Return

Irish Ferries – Calais to Dover 2 Day Short Break from 117€ Return

Posted: Feb 20, 2026

DFDS Ferries to England from 121€

DFDS: Short 3 & 5 days break to England from 121€

Posted: Jan 25, 2026

P&O Ferries 3 & 5 Day Special Offers

P&O Ferries – 3 Day (from 148€) & 5 Day (from 183€) Short Break Deals – Dover to Calais

Posted: Dec 20, 2025

England short breaks with Irish Ferries - 138€*

Ferries to England – 3 & 5 day return fares from 138€ with Irish Ferries

Posted: Jan 24, 2025

Departure Board for Dover-Calais

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Show departures for:

04:40 PM

Dover → Calais

P&O Ferries

05:20 PM

Dover → Calais

Irish Ferries

06:10 PM

Dover → Calais

DFDS

06:50 PM

Dover → Calais

P&O Ferries

07:40 PM

Dover → Calais

Irish Ferries

07:40 PM

Dover → Calais

DFDS

Latest Ticket Prices for Dover-Calais

Great Deal!

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Sat, May 30, 15:05

$46.55

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Fri, Jul 3, 08:15

$122.64

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Fri, Jul 10, 15:05

$114.57

Frequently Asked Questions About Dover-Calais

These are the most commonly asked questions. Can't find what you're looking for? No worries, get in touch and we'll be more than happy to assist with your enquiry.

How long is the ferry from Dover to Calais?

The Dover to Calais ferry takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. The fastest sailing is 1 hour 25 minutes with P&O Ferries. The journey time may vary, so use our booking engine on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Dover to Calais Ships

Reviews for Dover-Calais

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Everything was perfect; they kindly…

Everything was perfect; they kindly booked us an earlier ferry on our way to the UK. Thank you! 😃👍

Kunde, 9 days agoCollected by AFerry.com

35 years going abroad never…

35 years going abroad never used Irish ferries...

But I had to use this time and what a surprise..
Clean efficient, very friendly staff..

I will definitely be using again..
6 stars...

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Ferry Timetable for Dover-Calais

Ferry Timetable for Dover to Calais between 05/26/2026 and 06/01/2026

Seller	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
DFDS	00:15	01:55	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	00:20	01:50	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Mon
DFDS	00:35	02:15	1h 40min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
DFDS	02:20	04:00	1h 40min	Sat
Irish Ferries	03:00	04:30	1h 30min	Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries	03:30	05:00	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Mon
DFDS	03:40	05:20	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
DFDS	04:40	06:20	1h 40min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
DFDS	05:05	06:45	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	05:20	06:50	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Mon
P&O Ferries	06:15	07:45	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Mon
DFDS	07:10	08:50	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
DFDS	07:40	09:20	1h 40min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Mon
Irish Ferries	07:50	09:20	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
P&O Ferries	08:15	09:45	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS	08:30	10:10	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
DFDS	09:10	10:50	1h 40min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
P&O Ferries	09:45	11:15	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
DFDS	09:55	11:35	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	10:15	11:45	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
DFDS	10:40	12:20	1h 40min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
P&O Ferries	11:30	13:00	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
DFDS	11:55	13:35	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	12:35	14:05	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
DFDS	12:55	14:35	1h 40min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
DFDS	13:15	14:55	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries	13:40	15:10	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
DFDS	14:25	16:05	1h 40min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
DFDS	14:40	16:20	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	14:55	16:25	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
P&O Ferries	15:05	16:35	1h 30min	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon
DFDS	15:55	17:35	1h 40min	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
DFDS	16:40	18:20	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries	16:40	18:10	1h 30min	Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun, Mon
Irish Ferries	17:20	18:50	1h 30min	Everyday
DFDS	18:05	19:45	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
DFDS	18:10	19:50	1h 40min	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
P&O Ferries	18:50	20:20	1h 30min	Everyday
DFDS	19:30	21:10	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	19:40	21:10	1h 30min	Everyday
DFDS	19:40	21:20	1h 40min	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
P&O Ferries	20:45	22:15	1h 30min	Everyday
DFDS	21:10	22:50	1h 40min	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Mon
DFDS	21:30	23:10	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries	21:50	23:20	1h 30min	Sat, Sun
Irish Ferries	22:00	23:30	1h 30min	Everyday
DFDS	22:50	00:30	1h 40min	Sat, Sun
P&O Ferries	23:55	01:25	1h 30min	Everyday

Last Updated on 05/26/2026 04:34AM

Dover Calais Ferry

Ferry Companies from Dover to Calais

Dover to Calais Ferry Prices (2026 Estimates)