Next ferry departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Ferry | P&O Ferries: Dover | P&O Ferries: Calais | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:10 PM BST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Dover to Calais
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 CHF 8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average PriceCHF 8 - CHF 8 | Average Duration1h 30m | 1kg CO₂e | |
Ferry | Average PriceCHF 40 - CHF 41 | Average Duration1h 30m | 9kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Dover and Calais?
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
Calais
- A
Terminal Ferry Calais
Avenue du Commandant Cousteau, 62100 Calais, France - B
Calais Cité Europe
Centre Commercial Cité Europe, 1001 Boulevard du Kent, 62231 Coquelles, France - C
Calais Ferry Terminal
Avenue du Commandant Cousteau, 62100 Calais, France - D
Calais Centre Ville
17 Quai du Rhin, 62100 Calais, France - E
Calais(CIté Europe) - Arrêt en face de la porte 5
1001 Boulevard du Kent, 62231 Coquelles, France
Ferry Companies
A good way to travel this route is with P&O Ferries. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at CHF 40 and the shortest trip taking about 90. P&O Ferries gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dover to Calais by ferry
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the ferry ticket from Dover to Calais?
The cheapest ferry tickets from Dover to Calais start from CHF 40. The average price for this ferry route is around CHF 40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ferry journey from Dover to Calais?
The average ferry journey time from Dover to Calais is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 26 miles (41 km). The fastest ferry can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by P&O Ferries.
Which ferry companies service the Dover to Calais route?
According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 1 ferries available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the ferry from Dover to Calais?
The earliest ferry departs from Dover to Calais at 9:45am. And the latest ferry departs at 4:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry trip from Dover to Calais?
A ferry journey from Dover to Calais produces an estimated 9.2 kg of CO₂.
Find cheapest prices for ferries
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dover to Calais was searched and found on Apr 27, 2026 with a price of CHF 37To save money and be 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 from CHF 37 to CHF 39 for a ferry ticket from Dover to Calais based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 37 which is on 2026-04-27.