Live Travel Updates

PORT AND SAILING INFORMATION

Welcome to the Live Travel Updates page. Here, you will find the latest information regarding regular updates on departures and arrivals, weather conditions, or any sailing schedule changes.

We will also contact you via Email or SMS, if your sailing is affected by any disruption, which will provide the most up-to-date information.

Important information

Due to Sail-In Parade our arrival time in IJmuiden at 20 Augustus 2025 will be 11.00 AM.

X Travel Updates (Formerly Twitter)

For the very latest updates follow our dedicated feed on X.

For information on our UK – France, Newcastle – Amsterdam, Dunkirk – Rosslare & Jersey routes; @DFDSLiveUpdates

For information on our Baltic Sea routes; @BalticsDfds

CLICK HERE TO VIEW JERSEY LIVE UPDATES

Please have your passports ready for inspection at passport controls & the DFDS check-in point to ensure a speedy process
Keep up to date with live port and sailing information by checking this page and following us on Twitter @DFDSUKUpdates
Bring water & snacks along with you in the event of long wait times at port
Please exercise pets before arriving at port and ensure you have everything you need for their welfare
Once in the assembly lanes waiting to board the ship keep up to date with the latest information via the departure board screens. DFDS representatives will also be available to help here
As of the 12th April 2025, passengers will no longer be able to bring cattle, sheep, goat, and pig meat, as well as dairy products, from EU countries into Great Britain for personal use. For more information, click here.

Watch our video to find out what to expect when travelling through Dover port.

Dart Charge – Payment arrangements at the Dartford Tunnel

Payment for the Dartford Tunnel can no longer be paid on arrival at the crossing. Find out more information on how to pay for Dart Charge or to use this service here.

Operation Stack

For more information about Operation Stack on the M20 when travelling to the Port of Dover visit our Travel Disruptions Advice page here.

DFDS ferry mobile app

The DFDS app is your ideal travel companion.

View live departures and arrival times
Access your booking pass
Keep up to date with the latest travel announcements
Follow your journey with your personalised itinerary
Find information about onboard facilities
Find directions to your DFDS terminals

Simply log into the app using your booking number to access these great features.

Preparing For Your Trip

In this section you can find out everything you need to know to prepare for your DFDS ferry crossing.

Timetables

Find relevant information regarding departure and arrival times here.

Ferry Terminals

More information on all our ferry terminals.

Passengers with Reduced Mobility

If you, or someone you are booking for, is a person with reduced mobility or disabilities, we will offer all our assistance to make your journey as comfortable as possible.

Pet Travel

You are welcome to travel with your pet onboard our ships whether you book as a foot traveller or with a vehicle.

Bus Transfers

More information on bus transfers.

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.

Let's continue to create beautiful memories and cross the finish line together.

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