Ferries from
England to France
Ferries from
England to France
Ferries from England to France are available with 4 ferry companies; Irish Ferries, Brittany Ferries, P&O Ferries & Condor Ferries. Popular routes include Dover to Calais and Dover to Dunkirk.
Ferries to France from the UK sail approximately 612 times per week and are provided by Irish Ferries, Brittany Ferries, P&O Ferries & Condor Ferries.
How long the England to France ferry is depends on the ferry company you book with and the weather conditions at the time of sail. England France ferry crossings also vary between routes with the Dover - Calais ferry taking approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on average.
Fastest England to France ferry: 30 minutes
Longest England to France ferry: 25 hours 30 minutes
The fastest ferry from England to France is the Dover - Calais route. This ferry is provided by P&O Ferries and can take approximately 30 minutes on the fastest ferries.
You can get ferries to France from UK ports including Dover, Portsmouth, Newhaven and Poole.
England to France ferry times can differ depending on the route you choose and which ferry company you're travelling with. The season you travel in can also affect the times, with more options available in the peak summer months. It's best to check the latest England to France ferry timetable for your route before you book.
UK to France ferry operators:
Irish Ferries, Brittany Ferries, P&O Ferries & Condor Ferries
Popular England to France ferry routes include:
Dover to Calais
Dover to Dunkirk
Folkestone to Calais
Portsmouth to Caen
Newhaven to Dieppe
The most popular ferry is the Dover – Calais with up to 29 daily and 203 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Another popular route is the Dover – Dunkirk ferry with up to 9 daily and 62 weekly sailings. The Dover – Dunkirk ferry takes about 2 hours.
Yes, you can get the England to France ferry with a car.
Car Operators: Irish Ferries, Brittany Ferries, P&O Ferries & Condor Ferries
Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and England to France car ferry prices.
England to France ferry prices can vary depending on a number of factors including the route, ferry company, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not.
We recommend booking your ferry to France in advance to get it at the best price. The cheapest ferries from England to France are usually out of season and at off-peak times.
Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest England to France ferry discounts and to find a cheap England to France ferry.
Both the ferry and Eurotunnel LeShuttle are great ways to get to France from the UK. The ferry offers a more scenic route whilst the Eurotunnel is the fastest.
Eurotunnel:
Folkestone to Calais: around 35 minutes
Fastest ferry:
Dover to Calais: around 1 hour 30 minutes
If you're wondering if it's cheaper to get the ferry or Eurotunnel, the ferry is usually cheaper, especially if you're travelling as a foot passenger. However, it depends on the route you choose and the time of year you're travelling.
England to France distance: approximately 38 miles (61km) and 33 nautical miles.
You can book England to France ferry tickets online at Direct Ferries. Compare England to France ferry timetables and ferry companies using our Deal Finder and find the cheapest ferry to France.
| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From DoverEngland |
To CalaisFrance |
Average price£206.00 | |
From DoverEngland |
To DunkirkFrance |
Average price£213.00 | |
From FolkestoneEngland |
To CalaisFrance |
Average price£277.00 |
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