Ferry to Calais from Dover
Dover to Calais ferry crossings are available from SeaFrance and P&O Ferries (see below).
This is the simplest way to get to France. No hassle, no fuss, no long waits at check-in. There are no baggage restrictions either, you can pack as much as you want in your vehicle. You pay one great price for your vehicle which includes up to 9 people for free. It's convenient too. There are up to 25 sailings per day, so you can travel at a time that's right for you.
Dover and Calais are some of the world's busiest passenger and vehicle ferry ports. They have long been the port of passage across the Channel from England to France. If your looking for a cheap day trip, Dover to Calais is ideal. Stock up on the duty-free on a booze cruise! You can even pre-order your beer for when you get to France see Wine and Beer World.
Destination: Calais
Just 33 kilometres away from Dover and a short ferry crossing away, and is one
of the most popular ferry journeys.
If you in Calais on a day trip the coast between
Calais and Boulogne are very attractive. Have a look at the Bus station alongside
the railway station, to see what you have time to do. You can get to Wimereux, a resort with lots of charm, by train within 45 minutes. Boulogne is a short journey down the coast, with a wonderful Nausica Sea Life Centre, harbour, nice park, and lots of good cafes. And that's just the sea front.
In Calais you can enjoy the cultural heritage of traditional French restaurants, and also find plenty of surviving glimpses of its fascinating past. There's plenty to see and do including visiting the Calais Town Hall with its spectacular belfry and the famous statue of the six Burghers by Rodin. It generally comes as a surprise to first-time visitors that the surrounding area's beautiful countryside is ideal for a leisurely stroll, off-road cycling, horse riding and even fishing. Or why not visit the old harbour which is now used as a marina for pleasure boats.
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Dover
Dover Terminals are conveniently situated just off the A20 at the Western Docks and are clearly signposted. Car parking for both port terminals is adjacent to Cruise Terminal 1.
Route Summary (P&O Ferries)
Average Sailing Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Number of sailings from Dover: Up to 46 crossings per day
Sailing times: 01.15, 01.50, 03.20, 03.25, 04.25,
04.50, 05.30, 06.40, 08.30, 09.25, 10.20, 11.10, 13.00, 13.55,
14.50, 15.40, 17.30, 18.25, 19.20, 20.15, 22.15, 23.15, 23.55
Route Summary (Sea France)
Average Sailing Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Number of sailings from Dover: Up to 15 crossings per day
Sailing times: 01.00, 02.45, 05.05, 07.00, 08.10,
09.30, 11.15, 12.25, 13.45, 15.25, 16.35, 17.55, 19.40, 20.55, 22.30
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