The cheapest and fastest ferries from Calais to Ashford
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Calais to Ashford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Ashford will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Calais for Ashford on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct ferries cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:50 AM1h40Calais11:30 AMAshford$371One-way0 transfers
9:50 AM1h40Calais11:30 AMAshford$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Calais to Ashford
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Calais to Ashford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $31, and a ferry costs an average of $31.
Distance: 38 nautical miles (72 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Calais to Ashford Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Live departures
Calais to Ashford ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Ashford ferries for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Calais | 1h30 | 8:30 AM Ashford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Calais | 1h30 | 7:40 PM Ashford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Offers and deals from Calais to Ashford
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Calais to Ashford
Ferries from Calais to Ashford run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 20 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 38 nautical miles (72 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 40 sailings per week. Ferries from Calais to Ashford are available to foot passengers.


Distance 38 nautical miles (72 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Ferries per day 20 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 40 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 12:05 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries from Calais to AshfordYou can travel by ferry between Calais to Ashford with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Calais to Ashford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais to Ashford by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ashford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Calais to Ashford
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Au Vieux Fourneau (0.7km)
- Le Channel (0.8km)
- L'Hovercraft (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Calaisien and Taxi Radio Calais
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Gare Maritime
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