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Holidays

Car holidays in England

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England is known for its historic castles, authentic cities and beautiful nature parks. In both the north and the south you will find everything for a perfect England car holiday. Sail from Dunkerque or Calais to Dover and travel across England by car. Discover the hisctoric Northumberland where the beautiful lake district is located, drive through yorkshire's small villages and coastline, or visit main cities like Newcastle, York, Brighton, London.

Our Routes

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Amsterdam-Newcastle Ferry Crossings

Travel comfortably with your car, campervan, or motorcycle and with no luggage limits on the Amsterdam–Newcastle ferry to the gates of Scotland.

From

€87

*per person based on 4 people in an inside cabin + car

DFDS Delft Seaways - Dover Dunkirk

Dunkirk-Dover Ferry Crossings

Sail across the English Channel with ease on a short crossing between Dunkirk and Dover.

From

€131

per car + up to 5 people, one way*

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Calais-Dover Ferry Crossings

Our Calais to Dover route is the shortest crossing we provide and is the perfect way to cross the Channel to the UK.

From

€131

per car + up to 5 people, one way*

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Dieppe-Newhaven Ferry Crossings

Crossing the Channel from Dieppe to Newhaven provides you with the ideal gateway to the UK.

From

€137

per car + 2 people, one way*

Travel Guides

Trees beside a lake in Hampshire

Hampshire

The green county of Hampshire, home to the canonical 19th century author, Jane Austen, is engrossed in myth, history and nature.

Brighton beach view UK

Brighton

Brighton is the quintessential English seaside town, located about an hour south of London.

Mist settling on the hills in Dorset

Dorset

Dorset is an unmissable part of England's tourism scene. The picturesque region offers rolling countryside, amongst which you will discover charming villages and historic cities.

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FAQ

At DFDS you can choose from different crossings to go to England by car. If you want to visit the north of England, you can book the ferry from IJmuiden to Newcastle from €55 per person (one way + car). If you prefer to explore the south of England, you have the option of taking the ferry from Dunkirk to Calais or from Dover to Calais. You can book these ferries from €78 for 4 people (one way + car).

View our information page How do you drive your car on board? for all information about how to travel to England with your car.

On our website you can easily choose your favorite crossing. Indicate which vehicle you are traveling with, how many people you are traveling with and on which dates. Complete the booking details and your booking is arranged! Check out our FAQ page for all information about your booking, payments, travel conditions and much more!

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