Dover to Calais Ferry: Cheap Tickets & Timetables

Next ferry departures

Next departures from Dover to Calais on 2 May
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
DFDS Seaways	Ferry
Dover
CalaisCheapest
Irish FerriesFerry
Dover
CalaisFastest
DFDS Seaways	Ferry
Dover
CalaisNo tags
Irish FerriesFerry
Dover
CalaisNo tags
DFDS Seaways	Ferry
Dover
CalaisNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:54 BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dover to Calais

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Calais. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 30mAverage duration
27 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceCA$13 - CA$13Average duration1h 30m
1kg CO₂e
Ferry
Average priceCA$69 - CA$71Average duration1h 30m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dover to Calais by ferry

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a ferry ticket cost from Dover to Calais?

    The cheapest ferry tickets from Dover to Calais start from CA$69. The average price for this ferry route is around CA$70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long does the ferry journey from Dover to Calais take?

    The average ferry journey time from Dover to Calais is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 26 miles. The fastest ferry can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by P&O Ferries.

  3. Which ferry companies operate the Dover to Calais route?

    According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 1 ferries available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Dover to Calais?

    The earliest ferry from Dover to Calais leaves at 09:45. The latest ferry leaves at 16:40.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry journey from Dover to Calais?

    A ferry journey from Dover to Calais produces an estimated 9.2 kg of CO₂.

Find the cheapest ferry prices

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
29/04
No data
30/04
CA$67
Today
CA$67
02/05
CA$191
03/05
CA$67
04/05
CA$67
05/05
CA$67
06/05
CA$67
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dover to Calais was searched and found on 1 May 2026 with a price of CA$67

To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your ferry tickets from Dover to Calais, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between CA$67 and CA$359 for a ferry ticket from Dover to Calais over the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at CA$67 on 2026-05-03.

Usually Irish Ferries will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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