- Must visit
Groeningemuseum
Bruges’ main fine arts museum, known for Flemish Primitives including Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling. A top choice for understanding the city’s artistic heritage.
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Ferries per day
24
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dover to Bruges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Bruges will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 24 ferries that leave Dover for Bruges on Mon, Jun 15, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct ferries cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 40 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.
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P&O Ferries
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DFDS Seaways| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Bruges ferries for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DFDS Seaways | 7:40 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 10:20 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 8:00 AM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 11:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 9:10 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 11:50 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 10:00 AM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 1:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 10:40 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 1:20 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 12:00 PM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 3:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 12:55 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 3:35 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Ferries | 1:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 4:10 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 2:00 PM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 5:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 2:25 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 5:05 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Ferries | 3:05 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 5:35 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 3:55 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 6:35 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 4:00 PM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Ferries | 4:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 7:10 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 6:00 PM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 9:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 6:10 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 8:50 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 7:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 10:20 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 8:00 PM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 11:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 9:10 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 11:50 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 10:00 PM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 1:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 12:35 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 3:15 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 4:40 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 7:20 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
DFDS Seaways | 6:00 AM Port of Dover | 2h00 | 9:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Dover to Bruges run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 29 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 72 nautical miles (134 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 188 sailings per week. Ferries from Dover to Bruges are available to foot passengers.



Distance 72 nautical miles (134 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Ferries per day 29 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 188 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 12:10 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Bruges’ main fine arts museum, known for Flemish Primitives including Jan van Eyck and Hans Memling. A top choice for understanding the city’s artistic heritage.
A former medieval hospital with art, medical history, and works by Hans Memling. One of Bruges’ most atmospheric museum sites.
An immersive history museum on Markt that recreates medieval Bruges through multimedia exhibits and panoramic city views. Popular with first-time visitors.
Bruges’ central market square, surrounded by colorful guild houses and the Belfry. The city’s main gathering place and essential first stop.
A compact historic square with the Basilica of the Holy Blood and City Hall, showing Bruges’ civic and religious heart.
The classic canal-side viewpoint in Bruges, beloved for postcard scenes and frequent social media photography.
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery, and herbs, served with fries. A Belgian classic widely enjoyed in Bruges.
Traditional Flemish beef stew slowly braised with Belgian beer and onions, often served with fries or bread.
A creamy Flemish stew made with chicken or fish, vegetables, and herbs. It is a comforting regional specialty.
Established restaurant pairing refined Belgian cuisine with carefully chosen beers in an intimate canal-side setting.
Classic Bruges brasserie serving traditional Belgian dishes and seafood in a polished but relaxed setting near the center.
Historic Bruges brewery and restaurant known for Brugse Zot beer, Belgian classics, and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Prices are moderate by Western Europe standards. Hotels in peak season can be pricey, but food and transport are manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated but not required. Tip taxi drivers by rounding up.
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