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Dover to Calais Ferries
Ready to explore Europe? Start your journey with DFDS' Dover-Calais ferries – 30 daily sailings in just 100 minutes, tons of duty free shopping onboard and onshore!
Visit fantastic France hassle-free and plan the perfect itinerary through GetYourGuide.
If you're visiting Calais often, don't forget our Multi Trip offers for unbeatable savings each time!
Remember that foot passenger services are unavailable for this route; make sure you've got wheels ready before hopping aboard.
100 minute crossing
Travel with your vehicle
No baggage restrictions
Shop Duty Free
Great destinations within driving distance of ports
Save up to 50% vs UK high street on duty free
Pet friendly (must remain in your vehicle)
Travel +/- 4 hours either side of your booked sailing time. Subject to availability
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Regular sailings for the current week listed in local time
Please note that timetables may change subject to weather conditions.
DFDS duty free shopping
Whether you’re on board, at the port or sitting on the sofa, it’s never been easier to browse and buy Duty Free. Our Reserve & Collect service lets you browse hundreds of beers, wines and spirits online, reserve and arrange a pick-up time to suit you! It’s easy:
- Reserve your Duty Free Shopping online
- Select a convenient collection time
- Collect from our Calais Duty Free Shop
Travelling on our Dover to Calais route? Our Calais Duty Free Shop has thousands of great deals on alcohol, Lego, confectionery and toys. Plus, the shop is right by the loading lanes for our ferries so it’s easy to fill your boot with bulk buys on Duty Free.
Pass the time on your journey by browsing designer perfumes, cosmetics and technology, with savings of up to 50% vs the UK high street prices.
Terms & Conditions
Journeys and prices are subject to availability and usual DFDS terms & conditions apply.
Book your ferry to Calais
Our ferry crossings from Dover to Calais only take 1 hour 40 minutes. It’s our fastest crossing between the UK and France, giving you more time to explore Europe.
Begin your onward journey right away when you bring your vehicle on board our Dover to Calais routes. Find more information about driving, cycling and motorcycling in France ahead of your trip to make sure you’re prepared to hit the road.
Discover plenty of on board activities to keep everyone entertained as you sail, from Duty Free shops where you can find savings of up to 50% vs the UK high street price to our fantastic on board restaurants. Keep the kids entertained in our Pirates’ Island play area.
Check our website or sign up to our e-newsletter to make sure you don’t miss out on our seasonal special offers .
Our offers
Dover - Dunkirk
With a journey time of just 2 hours, our Dover to Dunkirk ferry crossing gives you access to Belgium, France, the Netherlands and more. Enjoy dining and duty free shopping on board.
10%
discount
Ferries to Jersey
Sail from the UK and France to Jersey with DFDS. Explore Jersey's stunning beaches, vibrant villages, and coastal paths.
10%
discount
Newhaven - Dieppe
Arrive in Dieppe in 5 hours with our Newhaven to Dieppe ferry crossing. Enjoy our facilities while you sail, including restaurants and an onboard shop.
15%
discount
Onboard Experience
Duty Free Shopping at Sea
Browse a selection of fragrances, cosmetics, confectionery and more from big name brands, as well as wine, spirits and souvenirs in our onboard shop, at a fraction of mainland prices.
Restaurants
With Harry Ramsden’s Fish and Chips, curry and vegetarian options always on the menu as well as cooked breakfasts and light bites, there is something for everyone. Please note, 7 Seas Restaurant and Lighthouse Café are open 24/7 and Horizon is open from April to August, plus UK school holidays throughout the year.
Relaxing
Relax and unwind on your crossing in the Premium Lounge with complimentary drinks and snacks. To make your crossing even smoother, Priority Boarding allows you to be one of the first to board and disembark. Premium Lounge is only available on selected crossings. Please check before travelling.
Family Travel
Visit our Pirates’ Island play area to keep the kids busy during the crossing. Our onboard app, Jack’s Treasure Hunt will also keep them occupied, as they follow our mascot around the ship to find his treasure.
Ship Overview
Find out more about the vessels that operate on our Dover to Calais route.
Free Onboard WiFi
Stay connected with our free and fast on-board WiFi. Our long-range directional WiFi provides a more reliable and enhanced browsing experience.
Ferries to France
With DFDS, it’s easy to sail from Dover to France. Our routes include crossings from Dover to Calais and Dunkirk, as well as Newhaven to Dieppe, all with comfortable onboard facilities so you can really relax and enjoy the journey.
Enjoy a bite to eat and take the kids to the soft play area or even explore outside on deck.
With DFDS your holiday starts as soon as you set sail.
Only vehicle travel is permitted on our Dover - France routes. Foot passengers are not permitted.
Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator
We are also proud to announce that we have been nominated as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2026 and this amazing journey continues, first and foremost, thanks to you.
To our loyal passengers who put their trust in us, our valued partners and our hard-working colleagues: this nomination is also yours. You are the heart of DFDS and today, we’d like to say THANK YOU.
Let's continue to create beautiful memories and cross the finish line together.
FAQs
Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.