The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lille to Dover
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Ferries per day
11
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lille to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Dover will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 11 ferries that leave Lille for Dover on Thu, Jan 29, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct ferries cover the 135 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 Thu, Jan 29 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 Pioneer
P&O Liberte
Spirit of France
P&O Pioneer
Spirit of France
Spirit of France
Spirit of France
Spirit of France
P&O Pioneer
P&O LiberteTravel Information
Compare ferry and bus for Lille to Dover
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lille to Dover 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 bus costs an average of €32.
Distance: 72 nautical miles (135 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €70 Average price |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Lille to Dover Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Live departures
Lille to Dover ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Dover ferries for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P&O Liberte | 12:20 PM Port of Calais | 1h35 | 1:55 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
Spirit of France | 2:00 PM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 3:30 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Pioneer | 4:15 PM Port of Calais | 1h35 | 5:50 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Liberte | 6:00 PM Port of Calais | 1h35 | 7:35 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Pioneer | 9:25 PM Port of Calais | 1h35 | 11:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Liberte | 12:40 AM Port of Calais | 1h35 | 2:15 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
Spirit of France | 3:30 AM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 5:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Pioneer | 5:15 AM Port of Calais | 1h40 | 6:55 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Liberte | 7:00 AM Port of Calais | 1h35 | 8:35 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
Spirit of France | 8:50 AM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 10:20 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
P&O Pioneer | 11:00 AM Port of Calais | 1h35 | 12:35 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Offers and deals from Lille to Dover
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lille to Dover
Ferries from Lille to Dover run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $31 (€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 72 nautical miles (135 km) distance in 1h 35m. There are 159 sailings per week. Ferries from Lille to Dover are available to foot passengers.


Distance 72 nautical miles (135 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€24) |
Ferries per day 32 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 159 |
Fastest ferry 1h 35m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries from Lille to DoverYou can travel by ferry between Lille to Dover with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as $31 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Lille to Dover
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Lille to Dover
- 09:00 - 17:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 12:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- The White Horse (0.6km)
- Cullins Yard (0.7km)
- La Scala (0.9km)
- Main companies are Dover Heritage Taxis and Central Taxis Dover.
- Free
- Bus Line 15, Dover Priory Station
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