Lille to Canterbury ferry with DFDS

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lille to Canterbury

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

$38

Average price

$38

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 35 m

Ferries per day

10

Distance

156 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lille to Canterbury will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.

Fast ferries

Of the 10 ferries that leave Lille for Canterbury on Sun, Dec 21, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct ferries cover the 156 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 35 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.

P&O FerriesP&O Pioneer
01:20PM1h35
Port of Calais
01:55PMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O FerriesP&O Pioneer
08:00AM1h35
Port of Calais
08:35AMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O FerriesP&O Liberte
12:00PM1h35
Port of Calais
12:35PMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O FerriesP&O Liberte
05:45AM1h35
Port of Calais
06:20AMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O FerriesP&O Pioneer
01:40AM1h35
Port of Calais
02:15AMPort of Dover
$381One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, ferry, and bus for Lille to Canterbury

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Lille to Canterbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €164.

Distance: 84 nautical miles (156 km)

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Ferry
Train

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€164

Average price

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

Onboard

+

1h 0m

Additional time*

2h 25m

Average total duration

1h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Lille to Canterbury Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
06:55AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
07:35PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
04:30AM
Arrival Time
05:15AM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
10:25PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
01:55PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
05:45AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:40AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun

Live departures

Lille to Canterbury ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Lille to Canterbury ferries for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 8:52 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
dfds10:00 AM Lille
2h00
12:00 PM Canterbury0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 21
poferriesP&O Pioneer12:40 AM Port of Calais
1h35
2:15 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Liberte4:45 AM Port of Calais
1h35
6:20 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesP&O Pioneer7:00 AM Port of Calais
1h35
8:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
poferriesSpirit of France8:50 AM Port of Calais
1h45
10:35 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect

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Offers and deals from Lille to Canterbury

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Lille to Canterbury 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 Lille to Canterbury

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Ferries from Lille to Canterbury run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.

There are 32 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 84 nautical miles (156 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 195 sailings per week. Ferries from Lille to Canterbury 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
Official Omio partners on this route
DFDS
Distance
84 nautical miles (156 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€24)
Ferries per day
32
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
195
Fastest ferry
2h 0m
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 from Lille to CanterburyYou can travel by ferry between Lille to Canterbury with DFDS for as low as $30 (€24). 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
$30 (€24)
DFDS frequency
19 a day
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 Lille to Canterbury

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Lille to Canterbury can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Lille to Canterbury is $31 (€25); 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 Lille to Canterbury is 2 h   to travel the 97 mile (156 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The first ferry from Lille to Canterbury leaves at 12: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Lille to Canterbury leaves at 11: 55 PM.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Lille to Canterbury.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Lille to Canterbury.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Lille to Canterbury as it is a vehicle only route.
The cheapest month to travel from Lille to Canterbury by ferry is August.
Yes, you can take a train from Lille to Canterbury.

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