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How to book a Ferry to Calais

How to book a Ferry to Calais

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

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Calais Ferry Services

Calais Ferry

Calais port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Calais?

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

Calais schedules

Ferries to Calais sail up to 81 times a day and up to 554 times a week.

Calais operators

Ferries to Calais are operated by 4 operators including Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries, LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) & DFDS Seaways.

How long is the ferry to Calais?

The duration of the ferry to Calais depends on the route you choose. The Folkestone to Calais is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 35 minutes, whilst Dover to Calais is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 1 hour 33 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.


Ferry routes to Calais

There are currently 2 different ferry routes to Calais.

Dover to Calais

Folkestone to Calais

Popular ferry routes to Calais

Dover to Calais is the most popular route, with 34 daily and 236 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 33 minutes and costs £174.42 on average. 

The second most popular route is Folkestone to Calais which takes around 35 minutes and costs £292.03 on average. There are 47 daily and 318 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Calais go to?

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


Calais ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Calais?

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. 

Dover to Calais is the cheapest ferry, costing £174.42 on average. There are 34 daily and 236 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 1 hour 33 minutes.

The most expensive ferry is Folkestone to Calais. The price is usually around £292.03. There are 47 daily and 318 weekly sailings, with an average crossing time of 35 minutes.


Getting the ferry to Calais with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Calais?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Calais with 4 operators. Car operators include Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries, LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) & DFDS Seaways. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Calais?

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

Can I take my bike on ferries to Calais?

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

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Calais?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Calais with 4 operators including Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries, LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) & DFDS Seaways. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Calais

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Calais 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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