Day Trips to England from 63€ with DFDS - 24h return

Discover England for less with DFDS day trips from just 63€ per standard car carrying up to five people. Sail from Calais or Dunkirk to Dover in around two hours and enjoy a great-value day out in England, with more than 50 daily sailings giving you plenty of flexibility to plan your trip.

📌 Offer details

✔ Price: From 63€ per standard car (up to 5 people)*
✔ Routes included:

📍 Calais to Dover

📍 Dunkirk to Dover

✔ Booking period: Book by 30 December 2026
✔ Travel period: Travel by 31 December 2026
✔ Crossing time: Approximately 2-hour crossing
✔ Sailings: More than 50 daily sailings across both routes
✔ Availability: Subject to availability

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a DFDS day trip to England cost?

Prices start from 63€ per standard car carrying up to five people, based on a return day trip fare on selected Calais–Dover and Dunkirk–Dover routes.

Can I return on the same day?

Yes. This offer is based on a return day trip fare, allowing you to enjoy a trip to England and return within 24 hours, subject to the operator's day trip conditions.

Which route should I choose?

Both Calais and Dunkirk offer convenient crossings to Dover in around 2 hours, making either route ideal for a day trip to England. Calais is the larger departure port with excellent road connections, while Dunkirk offers an alternative departure point in northern France, close to the Belgian border. With more than 50 daily sailings across both routes, you can choose the departure port that best suits your journey.

How long is the ferry crossing?

The ferry crossing between France and Dover takes approximately 2 hours, making it easy to enjoy a day trip to England.