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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chatham to Calais
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chatham to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chatham to Calais will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Chatham for Calais on Wed, Dec 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct ferries cover the 104 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 Wed, Dec 17 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Chatham to Calais
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chatham to Calais 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 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €31, and a train costs an average of €176.
Distance: 56 nautical miles (104 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
€31 Average price Cheapest | €177 Average price |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chatham to Calais ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chatham to Calais ferries for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:10 PM Chatham | 1h30 | 9:40 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chatham to Calais
United Kingdom
France
Ferries from Chatham to Calais run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 31 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest ferry covers the 56 nautical miles (104 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 31 sailings per week.
Distance 56 nautical miles (104 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Ferries per day 31 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 31 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:20 |
FAQs: Ferry from Chatham to Calais
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chatham to Calais 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 Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Chatham to Calais
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
Most popular ferries to and from Calais and Chatham
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