Dover to Sangatte ferry with DFDS

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

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$36

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 30 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

38 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Dover to Sangatte 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 Sangatte on Thu, Dec 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 11 the direct ferries cover the 38 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, Dec 11 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
Dover
09:40PMSangatte
$361One-way
0 transfers

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Offers and deals from Dover to Sangatte

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Dover to Sangatte 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 Dover to Sangatte

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Ferries from Dover to Sangatte run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. 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 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 20 nautical miles (38 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 38 sailings per week. Ferries from Dover to Sangatte 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
Distance
20 nautical miles (38 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$36 (€29)
Ferries per day
34
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
38
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
First ferry
00:10
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 Dover to SangatteYou can travel by ferry between Dover to Sangatte with DFDS 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
1h 30m
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

FAQs: Ferry from Dover to Sangatte

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Dover to Sangatte can start from as little as $36 (€29) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Dover to Sangatte is $37 (€30); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time to Sangatte from Dover is on average 1 h 30 min   for the 23 mile (37 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Dover and Sangatte by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Dover to Sangatte leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Dover to Sangatte leaves at 11: 00 PM.
There are 18 ferries a day from Dover to Sangatte 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 Dover to Sangatte with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Dover to Sangatte is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Dover to Sangatte 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 route from Dover to Sangatte you can take a ferry with DFDS. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services between Dover and Sangatte on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Sangatte from Dover 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 for a ferry from Dover to Sangatte is May.
Yes, you can take a ferry to Sangatte from Dover.

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Popular ports from Dover to Sangatte

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Sangatte
Amenities at port
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
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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