Dover Ferry

Dover Ferry

Dover Ferry

With a selection of up to 280 sailings weekly, the port of Dover connects England with France. Sailing duration ranges from 1 hour 30 minutes to Calais and 2 hours on the Dunkirk service.

Sailing information can vary based on time of year, so we’d advise you to view live sailing times and prices in our Deal Finder.

Port Address

Eastern Docks, Dover, Kent, CT16 1JA

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Dover Guide

Dover Ferry

Is there a ferry from Dover?

Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, P&O Ferries provide Dover ferries connecting England to France via 2 routes. Ferries from Dover sail approximately 40 times a day and up to 272 times a week.

Where can I get a ferry from Dover?

Dover ferries sail to Calais and Dunkirk.

How long is the ferry from Dover?

Ferries sailing from Dover can range between 1 hour and 30 minutes and 2 hours. Ferry times can change from season to season.

What is the fastest ferry from Dover?

The fastest ferry from Dover is on the Dover to Calais ferry in 1h 30m with Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways and P&O Ferries.

Popular Routes from Dover

Dover to Calais Ferry

The ferry from Dover to Calais departs approximately 210 times per week with a crossing time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The average price of the Dover Calais ferry is about £150.56.

Dover to Dunkirk Ferry

The Dover to Dunkirk ferry runs 63 times per week with a duration of 2 hours. The average price of the Dover Dunkirk ferry is around £152.34.

How much do ferries from Dover cost?

Ferry price from Dover can range between £74.00 and £239.00 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.

Is there a car ferry from Dover?

Yes, you can take a car ferry from Dover with DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries. For more information on routes and car ferry prices view our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Dover?

Foot Passengers are allowed on ferries from Dover. You can travel as a foot passenger from Dover with P&O Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Dover?

You can take your pet on the ferry from Dover with P&O Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Dover?

Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Dover. Operators that have cabins on ferries from Dover include Irish Ferries. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.

Dover Port Facilities

At Dover port, you will find plenty of amenities, from a café and a fast food restaurant, to a newsagents, a games room, plenty of toilets, free Wi-Fi, and disabled access to the entirety of the port. There is also short and long term parking available outside of the port, as well coach and bus access available for transportation

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