Ferries to France
Ferries to France for holidays closer than you think
Take a ferry to France and embark on your European roadtrip!
Whether you’re heading on a spring break, visiting the wine regions of France, or hiking its countryside, let DFDS take you there!
Shop Duty Free onboard, at our Duty Free Shops in Dunkerque and Calais and reserve from home with our Reserve & Collect service.
Travel with your vehicle
No baggage restrictions
Duty Free shopping
Choose from Dover – Dunkirk or Dover – Calais routes
Terms and Conditions
*Lead in price based return day trip fare for a standard car carrying up to 4 passengers on Dover-France routes, including ETS charge as of 1st January 2024.
Journeys and prices are subject to availability and usual DFDS terms & conditions apply.
Offer terms and conditions apply.
Timetables
Amazing adventures closer than you think!
Great holiday destinations are less than 2 hours ferry ride away and we’re ready to take you there!
The ideal start to a road trip, you can shop duty free and enjoy a bite to eat while onboard our ferries before hitting the open road to explore all Europe has to offer.
Our unlimited luggage means you can pack all you need for an adventure packed ski trip, hiking holiday or cycling holiday.
If you prefer something more relaxing, you could head to the south of France for a beach break, or to the Champagne region for a countryside retreat and a chance to sample the country’s most famous tipple!
From surfing in Biarritz to watching the sunset in Finistère, sampling oysters in Brittany to sipping wine in Burgundy, France is waiting for you to explore and enjoy!
Onboard Experience - Dover-Calais
Onboard Experience - Dunkirk - Dover
Duty Free Allowances
DFDS offer unlimited baggage allowance which means you can fill your boots with great duty free deals.
What you can bring back to the UK
- 18 Litres of wine
- 42 litres of beer
- Up to £390 worth of non-alcoholic goods
For more information on what you can bring into the UK and Europe check out our Duty Free FAQs.
Fast, frequent and world class
We're elated to announce that DFDS has once again retained its title as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator at the 2024 World Travel Awards.
This accolade wouldn’t have been possible without you, our loyal passengers. Thank you for recognising the hard work of our exceptional team members who are dedicated to ensuring each voyage is as exceptional as the next.
Your ongoing support is the anchor to our success.