Calais Ferry

Calais Ferry

Calais Ferry

Calais ferry port connects France with the UK. There are currently 489 weekly sailings operated by Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries, LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) & DFDS Seaways. Popular ferry routes include Calais to Dover with a duration of around 1 hour 31 minutes. Bear in mind that sailing information can vary depending on the time of year. We recommend using our Deal Finder to see live sailing times, availability and prices for Calais ferries.

Port Address

Eurotunnel Terminal - Eurotunnel Terminal Calais, Boulevard de L'Europe, 62231 Coquelles, France

Car Ferry Terminal - Port of Calais, Car Ferry Terminal, 285 Avenue du Mérité maritime, 62100 Calais, France

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Calais Ferry

Is there a ferry from Calais?

Yes, you can get a ferry from Calais. Ferries from Calais are operated by 4 ferry companies including Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries, LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) & DFDS Seaways. There are currently 70 daily and 489 weekly sailings from Calais.

Where can you go from Calais?

From Calais, you can sail to 2 ferry ports. These ferry ports include Dover & Folkestone.

How long is the ferry from Calais?

The duration of the Calais ferry depends which route you take. Ferries from Calais range between 35 minutes and 1 hour 31 minutes. Bear in mind that Calais ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Calais ferry timetable before you book.

What is the fastest ferry from Calais?

The fastest ferry from Calais is to Folkestone, with a duration of around 35 minutes.

Popular Calais ferry routes

Popular ferries from Calais include:

Calais to Dover

Calais to Dover is the most popular route. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 31 minutes and costs £167.66 on average.

Calais to Folkestone

Calais to Folkestone is the second most popular route. It takes around 35 minutes and usually costs approximately £308.79.

Calais ferry timetable

The Calais ferry timetable depends on the route, season and operator. We recommend checking the latest Calais timetable before you book.

Calais to Dover ferry timetable:

First ferry: 00:05 
Last ferry: 23:00

Calais to Folkestone ferry timetable:

First ferry: 00:15 
Last ferry: 23:57

How much do ferries from Calais cost?

Calais ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Calais ferry cost. Prices are usually cheaper for foot passengers and outside of the peak summer months.

The Calais to Dover ferry route costs around £167.66 on average, whereas the Calais to Folkestone ferry route usually costs approximately £308.79.

Is the ferry or Eurotunnel cheaper?

Whether the ferry or Eurotunnel is cheaper tends to depend on when you travel. However, as the ferry is slower than the Eurotunnel, ferry tickets are usually cheaper.

Is there a car ferry from Calais?

Yes, you can take a car ferry from Calais. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Car operators: Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries, LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) & DFDS Seaways

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Calais?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries from Calais. 

Foot operators: P&O Ferries

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Calais?

You can take your pet on the ferry from Calais.

Pet operators: Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries, LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) & DFDS Seaways

For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Calais?

Yes, cabins are available on ferries from Calais.

Cabin operators: Irish Ferries

How to book Calais ferry tickets

You can book Calais ferry tickets online at Direct Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to see live pricing and availability. We recommend booking your Calais ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page to see if there are any discounts on your desired route.

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