Calais to Margate ferry with DFDS

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

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

$31

Average price

$31

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 30 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Calais to Margate will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Calais for Margate on Thu, Nov 06, 1 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 57 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.

DFDS
05:35PM1h30
Calais
07:05PMMargate
$311One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and ferry for Calais to Margate

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Calais to Margate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €206.

Distance: 30 nautical miles (57 km)

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€27

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Cheapest

€206

Average price

2h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 45m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 49m

Average total duration

4h 19m

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30m

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Live departures

Calais to Margate ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Calais to Margate ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 7:07 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
dfds5:35 PM Calais
1h30
7:05 PM Margate0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Offers and deals from Calais to Margate

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Calais to Margate 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 Margate

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Ferries from Calais to Margate run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.

There are 34 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 30 nautical miles (57 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 46 sailings per week. Ferries from Calais to Margate 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
30 nautical miles (57 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$31 (€25)
Ferries per day
34
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
46
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
First ferry
00:05
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 MargateYou can travel by ferry between Calais to Margate 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 Margate

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Calais to Margate can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Calais to Margate is $32 (€26); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Calais to Margate ferry travel time is 1 h 30 min   for the 35 mile (57 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Calais to Margate leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Calais to Margate leaves at 11: 55 PM.
There are 12 ferries a day from Calais to Margate which require at least one change with DFDS. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Calais to Margate with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Calais to Margate is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Calais to Margate 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.
Take the Calais to Margate ferry with DFDS. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the route between Calais and Margate as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Margate 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 Margate by ferry is July.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Calais and Margate.

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Popular ports from Calais to Margate

Calais
Margate
Amenities at port
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ParkingParking
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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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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