Get from Dover to Dunkirk
The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just £112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dover and Dunkirk?
Dover
- A
Dover Coach Stop, Eastern Docks
53 George St, Dover, Kent CT17 0EG, UK - B
Foot Passenger Terminal
N Exit Rd, Dover CT16, UK - C
Dover Central Travel
Eastern Docks, Dover CT16, UK
Dunkirk
- A
DFDS Terminal
Route du petit Denna, Port 5625, 59279 Loon-Plage, France
Ferry Companies
A good way to travel this route is with DFDS Seaways. The company offers 8 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at £112 and the shortest trip taking about 2 hours. DFDS Seaways gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dover to Dunkirk by ferry
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a ferry ticket cost from Dover to Dunkirk?
The cheapest ferry tickets from Dover to Dunkirk start from £112. The average price for this ferry route is around £125. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long does the ferry journey from Dover to Dunkirk take?
The average ferry journey time from Dover to Dunkirk is 2h, covering a distance of 39 miles. The fastest ferry can get you there in 2h and is operated by DFDS Seaways.
Which ferry companies operate the Dover to Dunkirk route?
According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 8 ferries available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Dover to Dunkirk?
The earliest ferry from Dover to Dunkirk leaves at 02:00. The latest ferry leaves at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry journey from Dover to Dunkirk?
A ferry journey from Dover to Dunkirk produces an estimated 13.9 kg of CO₂.
Find the cheapest ferry prices
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dover to Dunkirk was searched and found on 7 Aug 2026 with a price of £122To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your ferry tickets from Dover to Dunkirk, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay between £122 and £176 for a ferry ticket from Dover to Dunkirk over the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at £173 on 2026-08-09.
