| Duration | 1h 33m |
| Distance | 27 miles |
| Average price | £55 |
| Frequency | Hourly |
Trip overview
The average ferry between Calais and Dover takes 1h 33m and the fastest ferry takes 1h 30m. There is an hourly ferry service from Calais to Dover. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Calais to Dover ferry times
Ferries run hourly between Calais and Dover.
The earliest departure is at 11:15 in the morning, and the last departure from Calais is at 22:30 which arrives into Dover at 23:00.
All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 33m.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Departing Friday, April 26, 2024
Frequently asked questions
Want to know about travelling from Calais to Dover? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Is there a direct ferry between Calais and Dover?
Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Calais and arriving at Port of Dover. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.
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How far is it from Calais to Dover?
The distance between Calais and Dover is 55 miles.
How do I get a ferry ticket from Calais to Dover?
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What is the time difference between Calais and Dover?
Dover is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 9:36 AM in Calais and 8:36 AM in Dover.
Where can I stay near Dover?
There are 851+ hotels available in Dover. Prices start at £45 per night.
More detailsWhat companies run services between Calais and Dover?
Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover hourly. Tickets cost £30 - £40 and the journey takes 1h 30m. P&O Ferries also services this route every 2 hours.
Ferry operators
Irish Ferries
Ave. Duration
1h 30m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
£30 - £40
- Phone
- +353 818 300 400
- info@irishferries.com
- Website
- irishferries.com
Car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £30 - £40
- Website
- https://www.irishferries.com/uk-en/Travel-to-Ireland
- Car
- £65 - £160
- On Foot
- £30 - £40
P&O Ferries
Ave. Duration
1h 40m
Frequency
Every 2 hours
Estimated price
£45 - £60
- Phone
- 01304 448866.
- Website
- poferries.com
Car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- £45 - £60
- Website
- P&O Ferries
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