Ferry Crossings

Dover - Calais

From

€

car + 4 one way

Inclusive meal

Ferries from Dover to Calais

The DFDS Dover to Calais ferry route operates up to 30 daily sailings between England and France. Thanks to the addition of 2 new ships on this route, it's more convenient than ever to hop across the channel.

With the option to catch the ferry before or after your booked crossing if you miss it, it couldn't be easier to head to France with DFDS.

Up to 30 daily crossings

90 minute crossing

Travel with your vehicle

No baggage restrictions

Premium lounge available

Enjoy a meal onboard

Pet friendly

Dover - Calais

Regular sailings for the current week listed in local time

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Check-in closes

Departure

Arrival

01:55

02:40

05:10

05:05

05:50

08:20

06:55

07:40

10:10

08:25

09:10

11:40

09:50

10:35

13:05

11:40

12:25

14:55

13:00

13:45

16:15

14:25

15:10

17:40

16:15

17:00

19:30

17:35

18:20

20:50

19:05

19:50

22:20

20:50

21:35

00:05

00:00

00:45

03:15

Family Lighthouse Cafe onboard Eastern Channel Ferry

Sail in comfort

Our crossings to Calais are just 90 minutes, but there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained as you sail. Visit the onboard shop, with everything from confectionery to perfumes and souvenirs.

Kids will love the Pirates’ Island play area, giving families a chance to relax and enjoy a bite to eat while they play. For a VIP experience, book our exclusive Premium Lounge and enjoy complimentary drinks, fruit and sweet treats while you sail.

Our Routes to France

From

€115

car + 2 one way

Newhaven-Dieppe Ferry Crossings

Head across the Channel on our Newhaven to Dieppe route and in just 4 hours you can sail in comfort from the south of England to France's beautiful Normandy coast.

From

€81

car + 4 one way

Dover-Dunkirk Ferry Crossings

Our short, convenient sailings from Dover to Dunkirk are the perfect way to start a trip to Europe.

Onboard Experience

Duty Free Shopping at Sea

Browse a selection of fragrances, cosmetics, confectionery and more from big name brands, as well as beer, wine spirits and souvenirs in our onboard shop, at a fraction of mainland prices. Our shop will be open for 30 minutes per crossing & numbers of passengers entering will be limited.

Restaurants

Enjoy an inclusive meal onboard. With fish & 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 is always open and Lighthouse Café will be open during busier crossings.

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.

Pirates Island kids club onboard Dover-Calais

Family Travel

Our Pirates’ Island play area is temporarily closed due to safety measures. However, our onboard app, Jack’s Treasure Hunt will keep the little ones 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 Calais to Dover 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.

Europes`s Leading Ferry Operator - WTA Nominee 2021

EUROPE’S LEADING FERRY OPERATOR 2021

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