Calais to Lydd ferry with DFDS

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Calais to Lydd

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

$38

Average price

$38

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 35 m

Ferries per day

10

Distance

66 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Calais to Lydd will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.

Fast ferries

Of the 10 ferries that leave Calais for Lydd on Sun, Dec 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct ferries cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 35 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.

P&O FerriesP&O Pioneer
01:20PM1h35
Port of Calais
01:55PMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O FerriesP&O Pioneer
08:00AM1h35
Port of Calais
08:35AMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O FerriesP&O Liberte
05:45AM1h35
Port of Calais
06:20AMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O FerriesP&O Liberte
12:00PM1h35
Port of Calais
12:35PMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O FerriesP&O Pioneer
01:40AM1h35
Port of Calais
02:15AMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers

Calais to Lydd Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
07:35PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
10:25PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
01:55PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
05:45AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:40AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun

Live departures

Calais to Lydd ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Calais to Lydd ferries for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 10:49 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
dfds1:15 PM Calais
1h30
2:45 PM Lydd0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 21
poferriesP&O Pioneer12:40 AM Port of Calais
1h35
2:15 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Liberte4:45 AM Port of Calais
1h35
6:20 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Pioneer7:00 AM Port of Calais
1h35
8:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesSpirit of France8:50 AM Port of Calais
1h45
10:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect

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Compare prices and tickets Calais to Lydd by ferry

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Offers and deals from Calais to Lydd

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

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 Lydd

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Ferries from Calais to Lydd run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.

There are 33 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 35 nautical miles (66 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 196 sailings per week. Ferries from Calais to Lydd are available to foot passengers.

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
Official Omio partners on this route
DFDS
Distance
35 nautical miles (66 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
$31 (€25)
Ferries per day
33
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
196
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
First ferry
00:15
Last ferry
23:55
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
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

Ferry operators: DFDS from Calais to LyddYou can travel by ferry between Calais to Lydd with DFDS for as low as $31 (€25). 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
19 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

FAQs: Ferry from Calais to Lydd

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais to Lydd 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 Lydd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Calais to Lydd can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Calais to Lydd is $31 (€25); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time to Lydd from Calais is on average 1 h 30 min   for the 41 mile (66 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Calais and Lydd by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Calais to Lydd leaves at 12: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Calais to Lydd leaves at 11: 55 PM.
Yes, there are 12 direct ferries a day from Calais to Lydd with DFDS. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Calais to Lydd with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Calais to Lydd is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Calais to Lydd is possible with with DFDS. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Calais to Lydd, you can count on DFDS for the best way to get you to Lydd. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service to Lydd from Calais and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Lydd from Calais is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Calais to Lydd by ferry is April.
Yes, you can take a ferry to Lydd from Calais.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Calais to Lydd

Calais
Lydd
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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