Calais to London ferry with DFDS

Thu, Nov 06
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Calais to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

$33

Average price

$36

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 30 m

Ferries per day

32

Distance

151 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Calais to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Calais to London will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.

Fast ferries

Of the 32 ferries that leave Calais for London on Thu, Nov 06, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 30 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.

DFDSD Class Vessel
11:59PM2h00
Port of Dunkirk
12:59AMPort of Dover
$331One-way
0 transfers
DFDSCalais / All ships
07:35PM1h30
Port of Calais
08:05PMPort of Dover
$331One-way
0 transfers
DFDSD Class Vessel
10:00AM2h00
Port of Dunkirk
11:00AMPort of Dover
$331One-way
0 transfers
DFDSD Class Vessel
04:00AM2h00
Port of Dunkirk
05:00AMPort of Dover
$331One-way
0 transfers
DFDSCalais / All ships
12:50PM1h30
Port of Calais
01:20PMPort of Dover
$331One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and ferry for Calais to London

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Calais to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €151.

Distance: 81 nautical miles (151 km)

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Ferry
Most popular
Bus
Train

€33

Average price

€29

Average price

Cheapest

€151

Average price

2h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 37m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

5h 36m

Average total duration

5h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 18m

Average total duration

2h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
DFDS

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Eurostar

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Calais to London Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
06:55AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
07:35PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
05:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
01:35AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
02:30AM
Arrival Time
03:00AM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
11:59PM
Arrival Time
12:59AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
11:10PM
Arrival Time
11:40PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
09:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
04:30AM
Arrival Time
05:15AM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
01:55PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:05PM
Arrival Time
06:35PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
07:35AM
Arrival Time
08:05AM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
10:25PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:35PM
Arrival Time
05:05PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
07:35PM
Arrival Time
08:05PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
12:50PM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:05AM
Arrival Time
06:35AM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
05:45AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
09:05AM
Arrival Time
09:35AM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
11:20AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Everyday
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Everyday

Live departures

Calais to London ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Calais to London ferries for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 4:28 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
dfdsD Class Vessel5:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
7:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships5:05 AM Port of Calais
1h30
6:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Liberte5:15 AM Port of Calais
1h40
6:55 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships6:35 AM Port of Calais
1h30
8:05 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Pioneer7:00 AM Port of Calais
1h35
8:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel7:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
9:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships8:05 AM Port of Calais
1h30
9:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesSpirit of France8:50 AM Port of Calais
1h45
10:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel9:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
11:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships10:20 AM Port of Calais
1h30
11:50 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel11:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
1:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Liberte11:00 AM Port of Calais
1h35
12:35 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships11:50 AM Port of Calais
1h30
1:20 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Pioneer12:20 PM Port of Calais
1h35
1:55 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel1:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
3:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships1:20 PM Port of Calais
1h30
2:50 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesSpirit of France2:00 PM Port of Calais
1h45
3:45 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel3:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
5:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships3:35 PM Port of Calais
1h30
5:05 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Liberte4:15 PM Port of Calais
1h35
5:50 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel5:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
7:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships5:05 PM Port of Calais
1h30
6:35 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Pioneer6:00 PM Port of Calais
1h35
7:35 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships6:35 PM Port of Calais
1h30
8:05 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel7:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
9:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Liberte9:25 PM Port of Calais
1h35
11:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships10:10 PM Port of Calais
1h30
11:40 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel10:59 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
12:59 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 6
poferriesP&O Pioneer12:00 AM Port of Calais
1h35
1:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships1:30 AM Port of Calais
1h30
3:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel3:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
5:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesSpirit of France3:30 AM Port of Calais
1h45
5:15 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Offers and deals from Calais to London

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Calais to London and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by DFDS, P&O Ferries

Up to 50% off
Up to 50% off DFDS from Denmark to Norway
Book your DFDS ferries between Denmark and Norway in advance and get up to 50% off the cabin and vehicle fares on a wide selection of sailings between Copenhagen and Oslo until the 25th of September 2024.
Early Bird
Early bird tickets for Western France
Early bird deals for sailings to France with DFDS! Newhaver to Dieppe route bookings are open until January 2025 and you can get one-way tickets from £49* for two passengers and a standard car, when travelling between the 4th of January and the 30th of April 2024 or between the 1st of October and the 15th of December 2024. Travel with your tourist or camper van for the same price as with a car. You can also add a trailer or a caravan to your car for free!
Exclusive offers
Short break to France from £99 return
Discover the English Channel from just £99. On the popular Dover - Calais and Dover - Dunkirk routes, when sailing until the 5th of January 2025: • 3-day return tickets are from just £99 by booking by the 2nd of January 2025 (23h59) • and 5-day return tickets are from £129 by booking by the 31st of December 2024 (23h59)

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Calais to London

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United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $25 (€20)
Official Omio partners on this route
DFDS
P&O Ferries
Distance
81 nautical miles (151 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€25)
Ferries per day
31
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
218
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
First ferry
00:05
Last ferry
23:55
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Calais to London start from as low as $30 (€25) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $40 (€33) depending on the train type and class.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $25 (€20)

Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries from Calais to LondonYou can travel by ferry between Calais to London with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

DFDS

About
DFDS is a Danish shipping and logistics company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and cargo across several routes in Europe. The company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Some of the routes operated by DFDS include crossings between Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Holland.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
DFDS frequency
18 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be carried for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available with various dining options
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most ships. Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility. Please inform at time of booking.
Pets
Small pets allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled in public areas.
Cabin reservation
Various cabin types available from standard to deluxe suites
Car on board

P&O Ferries

About
P&O Ferries is a British shipping company, established in 2002 through mergers and acquisitions within P&O, and owned by Dubai-based DP World since 2019. It operates passenger and freight ferry services across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea. Key routes include Dover to Calais, Hull to Rotterdam, and Cairnryan to Larne. P&O Ferries offers a range of onboard facilities such as restaurants, bars, entertainment, and duty-free shopping. They also provide various ticket options and deals, including short breaks and offers for families.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€30)
P&O Ferries frequency
10 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair access available on most ships. Accessible cabins available on some routes. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Cabin reservation
Available on most routes, must be booked in advance
Car on board

FAQs: Ferry from Calais to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
FAQs
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Calais to London.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Calais to London.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Calais to London as it is a vehicle only route.
A day trip to London from Calais is worth doing with a journey time of min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a bus to London from Calais.

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Popular ports from Calais to London

Calais
London
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
A16, Exit 43
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Au Vieux Fourneau (0.7km)
  • Le Channel (0.8km)
  • L'Hovercraft (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Taxi Calaisien and Taxi Radio Calais.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Calais
  • Bus Line 1, Stop: Gare Maritime

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