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How to book a Ferry to Dover

How to book a Ferry to Dover

Compare all ferries to Dover in England to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

Our unique ferry price comparison tool will compare numerous sailing departures around your preferred option with all available ferry companies as well as crossings to other destinations in addition to Dover to guarantee you have all the information you need to decide on which is the best option in one fast and easy search!

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Dover Ferry Services

Dover Ferry

Dover port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Dover?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Dover from 2 different ports. These include Calais & Dunkirk.

Dover schedules

Ferries to Dover sail up to 40 times a day and up to 274 times a week.

Dover operators

Ferries to Dover are operated by 3 operators including Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries & DFDS Seaways.

How long is the ferry to Dover?

The duration of the ferry to Dover depends on the route you choose. The Calais to Dover is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 1 hour 33 minutes, whilst Dunkirk to Dover is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 2 hours.

Bear in mind that Dover ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Dover ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Dover

There are currently 2 different ferry routes to Dover.

Calais to Dover

Dunkirk to Dover

Popular ferry routes to Dover

Calais to Dover is the most popular route, with 31 daily and 212 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 33 minutes and costs £185.63 on average. 

The second most popular route is Dunkirk to Dover which takes around 2 hours and costs £183.18 on average. There are 9 daily and 62 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Dover go to?

Dover ferries currently sail to 2 ports including Calais & Dunkirk.


Dover ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Dover?

Dover ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Dover ferry cost. 

Dunkirk to Dover is the cheapest ferry, costing £183.18 on average. There are 9 daily and 62 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 2 hours.

The most expensive ferry is Calais to Dover. The price is usually around £185.63. There are 31 daily and 212 weekly sailings, with an average crossing time of 1 hour 33 minutes.


Getting the ferry to Dover with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Dover?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Dover with 3 operators. Car operators include Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries & DFDS Seaways. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Dover?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Dover with 1 operators including P&O Ferries.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Dover?

Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Dover with 3 operators. These include Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries & DFDS Seaways

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Dover?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Dover with 3 operators including Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries & DFDS Seaways. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Dover

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Dover online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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