| Duration | 1h 30m |
| Distance | 43 km |
| Average price | €60 |
| Frequency | 16/day |
Trip overview
The ferry between Dover and Calais takes 1h 30m. There is a ferry service every few hours from Dover to Calais. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Dover to Calais ferry times
Ferries run hourly between Dover and Calais.
The earliest departure is at 11:05 in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 23:50 which arrives into Calais at 02:20.
All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 30m.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Departing Saturday, April 20, 2024
Departing Sunday, April 21, 2024
Frequently asked questions
Want to know about travelling from Dover to Calais? 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 Dover and Calais?
Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Dover and arriving at Calais. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.
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How far is it from Dover to Calais?
The distance between Dover and Calais is 84 km.
How do I get a ferry ticket from Dover to Calais?
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What is the time difference between Dover and Calais?
Calais is 1h ahead of Dover. It is currently 9:06 AM in Dover and 10:06 AM in Calais.
Where can I stay near Calais?
There are 773+ hotels available in Calais. Prices start at €45 per night.
More detailsWhat companies run services between Dover and Calais?
Irish Ferries operates a car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais hourly. Tickets cost €35 - €45 and the journey takes 1h 30m. P&O Ferries also services this route every 4 hours.
Ferry operators
Irish Ferries
Ave. Duration
1h 30m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€35 - €45
- Phone
- +353 818 300 400
- info@irishferries.com
- Website
- irishferries.com
Car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €35 - €45
- Website
- https://www.irishferries.com/uk-en/Travel-to-Ireland
- Car
- €75 - €190
- On Foot
- €35 - €45
P&O Ferries
Ave. Duration
1h 35m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€50 - €70
- Phone
- 01304 448866.
- Website
- poferries.com
Car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €50 - €70
- Website
- P&O Ferries
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