Ferries to France
Take a ferry to France
Book a DFDS ferry to France from England and explore everything Europe has to offer from just £89! With three ferry routes to France from the UK, DFDS offers you the choice and flexibility to suit your travel plans.
Our ferry crossings to France include Dover - Calais, Dover - Dunkirk, and Newhaven - Dieppe.
Our ferry ports in France offer you great connectivity for your onward journey, so you can begin your adventure as soon as you disembark, with the freedom to explore France at your leisure.
Enjoy a meal onboard
Travel with your vehicle
No baggage restrictions
Shop Duty Free
2026 sailings now open for Dover - France routes!
Excellent onboard facilities
Great destinations within driving distance of French ferry ports
3 routes across the Channel to choose from
Save up to 50% vs UK high street on Duty Free
Ferries to France from UK
Travelling to France from the UK is easy with DFDS ferries. Plan your journey on one of our three routes from the UK - Dover to Calais, Dover to Dunkirk, or Newhaven to Dieppe - and reach France in as little as 1 hour 40 minutes. Make the most of the excellent onboard facilities on all our routes while enjoying the beautiful scenery on your Channel crossing.
Take your vehicle, including cars, motorhomes, bikes, or caravans, and enjoy no luggage limits and the flexibility of exploring at your own pace. Brush up on driving, motorcycling, and cycling in France for a smooth start to your onward journey.
Travel as a foot passenger on our Newhaven–Dieppe route to access Normandy’s scenic hiking trails, or take advantage of overnight crossings for added convenience.
Terms and Conditions
*Lead in price based on a one-way fare for a standard car carrying up to 4 passengers on Dover-France routes, excluding ETS charge.
Journeys and prices are subject to availability and usual DFDS terms & conditions apply.
Timetables
Planning your next trip to France? Discover ferry timetables for regular crossings to Calais, Dunkirk and Dieppe to begin your adventure in France.
Ferry Crossings to France
Use the table below to compare crossing times, frequencies and prices for our routes to France.
Dover-Calais | Dover-Dunkirk | Newhaven-Dieppe | |
|---|---|---|---|
Departure Port, UK: | Dover | Dover | Newhaven |
Destination Port, France: | Calais | Dunkirk | Dieppe |
From Price: | £89 for car + 4 people, one way | £89 for car + 4 people, one way | £100 for car + 2 people, one way |
Sailings per Day: | Up to 30 | Up to 22 | Up to 4 |
Sailing Time: | 100 minutes | 2 hours | 4 hours |
Sailing Distance: | 27 nautical miles | 47 nautical miles | 90 nautical miles |
First Ferry | 00:10 | 02:00 | 05:30 |
Last Ferry | 21:10 | 23:59 | 23:59 |
Note: Dover-Calais and Dover-Dunkirk are vehicle-only ferries; foot travel is only available on Newhaven-Dieppe.
Our Routes to France
Dover-Calais Ferry Crossings
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.
From
£89
per car + up to 4 people, one way*
Dover-Dunkirk Ferry Crossings
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.
From
£89
per car + up to 4 people, one way*
Short Breaks to France
Set sail on a short break to France to enjoy a getaway for two or a fun break with the kids and fill your boot with great deals from our Duty Free stores on your return. Great destinations, experiences and savings are closer than you think.
From
£45
per car + up to 4 people*
Ferries from Jersey to St. Malo
Sail from Jersey to France with DFDS. Explore St. Malo's historic charm and vibrant culture, connect to Brittany and beyond!
From
£140
per car + 3 people, one way*
Rosslare - Dunkirk Ferry
Sail between Ireland and France with DFDS on our new Rosslare – Dunkirk overnight ferry. With shopping onboard, comfy cabins and all meals included you can reach your destination ready to explore.
15%
off 2026 sailings
Newhaven-Dieppe Ferry Crossings
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.
From
£100
per car + 4 people, one way*
Package Holidays
Lille City Break
Our Lille city break is the perfect package for those wanting to discover this charming French city.
Bruges City Break
Our Bruges City Break is the perfect short getaway to soak up the charms of it's ancient streets, picturesque canals, and indulge in the finest chocolate. Travel to Calais or Dunkirk and make your way to Bruges with unlimited luggage!
European City Break
Enjoy a Europe city break with accommodation included in your package. Choose one of our handpicked hotels in France, Belgium, Holland or Germany and save with short break pricing!
Onboard our Ferries
Dover-Calais
The crossing times may be short, but you'll find plenty of things to keep the whole family entertained as you sail on our modern ferries between Dover and Calais.
Dover-Dunkirk
With a sailing time of just 2 hours between Dover and Dunkirk, there is plenty to do onboard whilst you sit back and relax.
Newhaven-Dieppe
This route links southern England with Normandy and has a sailing time of just 4 hours.
DFDS Duty Free Purse-Friendly Prices
Travel by ferry to France and get your luxuries for less by shopping Duty Free onboard all DFDS Ferries from the UK to France. Plus, stop by our Calais & Dunkerque Duty Free stores for great deals to fill your boot. In our portside stores, our expert staff are on hand to assist, and even offer wine tastings to help you decide from our huge range of products!
From top brand wines, beers and spirits to premium perfumes, cosmetics and accessories, discover thousands of Duty Free deals onboard and in store, and save up to 50% versus the UK high street. Book your ferry to France with DFDS and bag great savings.
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 2025 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.
FAQ
Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.