Chatham to Calais ferry

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chatham to Calais

Showing times and prices for Jan 30

Cheapest price

$39

Average price

$39

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 30 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

104 km

Cheap tickets

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 $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Chatham for Calais on Fri, Jan 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jan 30 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 Fri, Jan 30 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
08:10PM1h30
Chatham
09:40PMCalais
$391One-way
0 transfers

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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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€31

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Cheapest

€177

Average price

2h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

8h 21m

Average total duration

7h 51m

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30m

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Chatham to Calais ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Chatham to Calais ferries for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 5:35 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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dfds8:10 PM Chatham
1h30
9:40 PM Calais0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Chatham to Calais

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Ferries from Chatham to Calais run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $39 (€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.

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
Distance
56 nautical miles (104 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
$39 (€31)
Ferries per day
31
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
31
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
First ferry
00:05
Last ferry
23:20
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

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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Chatham to Calais can start from as little as $39 (€31) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Chatham to Calais is $39 (€31) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Chatham to Calais is 1h 30m to travel the 64 miles (104 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Chatham to Calais leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Chatham to Calais leaves at 11:20 PM.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Chatham to Calais.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Chatham to Calais.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Chatham to Calais is possible with with . 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.
A day trip to Calais from Chatham is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Chatham to Calais is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chatham and Calais including taking a train and ferry.

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Popular ports from Chatham to Calais

Chatham
Calais
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ParkingParking
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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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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