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Dover to Dunkirk Ferries
Travel to France on our Dover to Dunkirk ferry route, taking just two hours and giving you access to northern France, Belgium, the Netherlands and more.
Maximise your savings with Duty Free shopping onboard, at our shoreside shops or using our Reserve & Collect service!
Please note: You cannot travel as a foot passenger on this route, you can only travel with a vehicle.
Shop Duty Free
No baggage restrictions
Travel with your vehicle
Up to 22 daily crossings
Great destinations within driving distance of ports
Save up to 50% vs UK high street
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.
Discover DFDS Duty Free
It’s so easy to browse and buy Duty Free onboard, in our portside shops and even from the comfort of home! Reserve beers, wines and spirits from a choice of hundreds online with our Reserve & Collect service. Select a pick-up time to suit you and collect from our Duty Free Shops. It’s easy:
- Reserve your Duty Free Shopping online
- Select a convenient collection time
- Collect from our Dunkerque Duty Free Shop
Our Dunkerque & Calais Duty Free Shops have thousands of great deals on alcohol, Lego, confectionery and toys. Plus, you can park right outside so it’s easy to fill your boot with bulk buys on Duty Free.
Onboard, you can spend your sailing browsing the designer perfumes, cosmetics and technology in our Duty Free Sea Shops with savings of up to 50% vs UK high street.
Terms & Conditions
Journeys and prices are subject to availability and usual DFDS terms & conditions apply.
Adventure Awaits
Travel to France on our unique Dover to Dunkirk ferry route. With stunning scenery along the way, and historic sites for the history buffs, you’ll not be short of things to do. Our Dunkirk port is less than 30 minutes from the Belgium border, where you can sample handmade chocolate, freshly brewed beer and discover world famous art.
With up to 22 departures a day, and a two hour crossing time, Dover to Dunkirk is perfect for a day trip or the starting point for a European holiday.
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For inspiration of places to visit and things to do, take a look at our Travel Guide pages or itineraries below:
Our offers
Dover - Calais
Hop aboard our most popular ferry crossing, Dover to Calais, and arrive in Calais in just 100 minutes. There are many ways to spend time onboard, from dining to duty free shopping.
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
Wave goodbye to mainland prices and browse big brands in our onboard shop. With regular offers on cosmetics, perfume, confectionery and alcohol, you’ll find a great deal on your crossing to Dunkirk.
Restaurants
With Harry Ramsden’s Fish and Chips 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
Enjoy your sailing in the peaceful Premium Lounge surroundings as you set sail, taking in the sea views. Priority Boarding can make your crossing even smoother, making you one of the first to board and disembark. Premium Lounge is only available on selected crossings. Please check before travelling.
Family Fun
Pirates’ Island play area is a great place for children to spend time during the crossing and our onboard app, Jack’s Treasure Hunt will keep them busy around the ship as they try to find Jack’s treasure.
Stay Connected
Our free and fast on-board WiFi keeps you connected onboard. Our long-range directional WiFi provides a more reliable and enhanced browsing experience to the often slower satellite WiFi which is used by many other ferry companies.
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.
FAQ
Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.