Dover to Lille ferry with DFDS

Thu, Dec 11
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dover to Lille

Showing times and prices for Dec 12

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$36

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

135 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Dover to Lille will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Dover for Lille on Fri, Dec 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Dec 12 the direct ferries cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .

On Fri, Dec 12 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 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
05:00PM2h00
Dover
07:00PMLille
$361One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare ferry and bus for Dover to Lille

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Dover to Lille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €29, and a bus costs an average of €40.

Distance: 72 nautical miles (135 km)

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Ferry
Bus

€31

Average price

Cheapest

€64

Average price

2h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 36m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 19m

Average total duration

3h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

DFDS

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Sindbad

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Direct Options

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Dover to Lille Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
04:40PM
Arrival Time
07:15PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:30AM
Arrival Time
06:10AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
03:55PM
Arrival Time
06:35PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
02:05PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:10PM
Arrival Time
08:50PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
09:25PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
07:40PM
Arrival Time
10:20PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
11:55PM
Arrival Time
02:35AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
09:10PM
Arrival Time
11:50PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
09:45AM
Arrival Time
12:20PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:40PM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:40AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
09:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
01:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
12:35AM
Arrival Time
03:15AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:45PM
Arrival Time
11:20PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
10:40AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
02:25PM
Arrival Time
05:05PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
12:55PM
Arrival Time
03:35PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
09:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
01:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
07:40AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:05PM
Arrival Time
05:40PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu

Live departures

Dover to Lille ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Dover to Lille ferries for today, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 4:01 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
poferriesSpirit of France4:40 PM Port of Dover
1h35
6:15 PM Port of Calais0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel6:00 PM Port of Dover
2h00
8:00 PM Port of Dunkirk0 transfersDirect
DF_6DFDS Seaways6:00 PM Port of Dover
2h00
8:00 PM Port of Dunkirk0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships6:10 PM Port of Dover
1h40
7:50 PM Port of Calais0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Liberte6:50 PM Port of Dover
1h35
8:25 PM Port of Calais0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships7:40 PM Port of Dover
1h40
9:20 PM Port of Calais0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel8:00 PM Port of Dover
2h00
10:00 PM Port of Dunkirk0 transfersDirect
DF_6DFDS Seaways8:00 PM Port of Dover
2h00
10:00 PM Port of Dunkirk0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Pioneer8:45 PM Port of Dover
1h35
10:20 PM Port of Calais0 transfersDirect
dfdsCalais / All ships9:10 PM Port of Dover
1h40
10:50 PM Port of Calais0 transfersDirect
DF_6DFDS Seaways10:00 PM Port of Dover
2h00
12:00 AM Port of Dunkirk0 transfersDirect
dfdsD Class Vessel10:00 PM Port of Dover
2h00
12:00 AM Port of Dunkirk0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Liberte11:55 PM Port of Dover
1h40
1:35 AM Port of Calais0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Dover to Lille

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
FranceFrance
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Ferries from Dover to Lille run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) 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 72 nautical miles (135 km) distance in 1h 35m. There are 141 sailings per week. Ferries from Dover to Lille 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
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DFDS
P&O Ferries
Distance
72 nautical miles (135 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
$36 (€29)
Ferries per day
34
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
141
Fastest ferry
1h 35m
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, P&O Ferries from Dover to LilleYou can travel by ferry between Dover to Lille with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as $36 (€29). 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
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
$36 (€29)
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
Learn more about DFDS

P&O Ferries

About
P&O Ferries is a British shipping company, established in 2002 through mergers and acquisitions within P&O, and owned by Dubai-based DP World since 2019. It operates passenger and freight ferry services across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea. Key routes include Dover to Calais, Hull to Rotterdam, and Cairnryan to Larne. P&O Ferries offers a range of onboard facilities such as restaurants, bars, entertainment, and duty-free shopping. They also provide various ticket options and deals, including short breaks and offers for families.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€30)
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair access available on most ships. Accessible cabins available on some routes. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Cabin reservation
Available on most routes, must be booked in advance
Car on board
Learn more about P&O Ferries

FAQs: Ferry from Dover to Lille

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Dover to Lille can start from as little as $38 (€30) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Dover to Lille is $38 (€31); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Dover to Lille ferry time is 2 h   covering the 84 mile (135 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Dover to Lille leaves at 12: 35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Dover to Lille leaves at 11: 55 PM.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Dover to Lille with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Dover to Lille is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Dover to Lille 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.
For the best Dover to Lille ferry to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with DFDS. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services from Dover to Lille to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Dover to Lille by ferry is August.
Yes, you can take a bus between Dover and Lille.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Dover to Lille

Dover
Lille
Port of DoverWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Harbour House, Marine Parade, Dover CT17 9BU, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 09:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 12:00
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
A20, Exit at Dover
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • The White Horse (0.6km)
  • Cullins Yard (0.7km)
  • La Scala (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Dover Heritage Taxis and Central Taxis Dover.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Dover
  • Bus Line 15, Dover Priory Station

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