Ferry to England
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Ferry to England
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You can get a ferry to England from a range of destinations including France and the Netherlands. Ferries to England are provided by 11 ferry companies. Some of the most popular England ferry operators include Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, Steam Packet & P&O Ferries. There are currently up to 2888 ferries running per week. Compare times and prices and book your ferry to England today at Direct Ferries.
England is well-connected with approximately 418 daily sailings and up to 2888 weekly sailings depending on the season. You can use our deal finder to see the latest schedules and compare ticket prices.
The Calais to Dover ferry sails approximately 125 times per week, with an average duration of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Calais to Dover first ferry: 00:05
Calais to Dover last ferry: 23:00
The Dunkirk to Dover ferry currently sails around 62 times per week. The journey takes about 2 hours.
Dunkirk to Dover first ferry: 04:00
Calais to Dover last ferry: 23:59
The duration of the ferry to England depends on the route. The Calais to Dover ferry takes 1 hour 30 minutes on average.
The fastest ferry to England is Ryde to Southsea. This journey usually takes 10 minutes.
In England, you can get a ferry to 17 ports including Dover, Folkestone, Portsmouth Harbour, Portsmouth & Southampton.
You can get ferries from the UK to various destinations including Ireland, France and Holland. You can also get ferries from the UK to other destinations within the UK. Ferries from the UK arrive at ports including Calais, Dunkirk, Ryde, Fishbourne & West Cowes.
Popular ferries to England include ferries from Calais to Dover which usually take about 1 hour 30 minutes. The Dunkirk to Dover ferry is also popular. This route takes around 2 hours.
The fastest ferry to England is Ryde to Southsea. This journey usually takes 10 minutes.
England is served by 11 different ferry companies. Some of the most popular include Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, Steam Packet & P&O Ferries.
There are 17 ferry ports in England, offering 418 daily sailings and 2888 weekly sailings altogether, giving travellers plenty of options when planning their trip to and from England. Dover is the most popular port. With around 39 daily sailings and 274 weekly sailings, it's the busiest port in England.
You can easily travel within the UK by ferry. Popular routes include ferries from Northern Ireland to England, as well as ferries from the Isle of Wight to England.
The cost of a ferry to England can vary by route, operator and season.
The Calais to Dover ferry costs £175.00 on average whereas the Dunkirk to Dover ferry usually costs £171.00.
View our special offers page for ferry discounts and to find a cheap ferry to England.
The cheapest ferry to England depends on the route, season, ferry company and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. Prices are generally cheaper for foot passengers. We recommend booking your ferry tickets to England in advance to get them at the cheapest price.
Cheapest England ferry price: £60.36
Cheapest England ferry route: West Cowes to Southampton
There are multiple car ferries to England, however this may vary by route. England car operators include Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, Steam Packet & P&O Ferries. Although these operators allow cars on board, we'd still recommend checking with the ferry operator before booking your ferry ticket.
Yes, you can take your pet on ferries to England. We recommend checking the ferry operator's pet policy before you travel. England pet operators include Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, P&O Ferries & LeShuttle (Eurotunnel)
Yes, you can get a ferry to the UK from France from various destinations. The ferry from France to UK departs from ferry ports including Caen, Cherbourg, Calais and Dunkirk at arrives in England at ports such as Dover, Portsmouth and Poole. Check out our Deal Finder for UK to France ferry routes.
Although prices can vary depending on when you travel, getting a ferry to England is usually cheaper than the Eurotunnel.
You can book a ferry to England online with Direct Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to compare tickets and find a ferry to England to suit you.
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England attracts travellers from all over thanks to its rich history, culture and natural beauty. Dover ferry port acts as a gateway to the country. Once you arrive, you can't miss a trip to Dover Castle and the area's iconic White Cliffs. There's plenty of things to see and do elsewhere in England too. Whether you fancy exploring the historic Canterbury Cathedral or enjoying a beach break in Brighton, the list is endless. The vibrant capital of London, with its world-class attractions which include the British Museum and the Tower of London, is just a train ride away from Dover too.
