Lille to Dover ferry with DFDS

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lille to Dover

Showing times and prices for Dec 14

Cheapest price

$31

Average price

$35

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 47 m

Ferries per day

3

Distance

135 km

Cheap tickets

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 $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.

Fast ferries

Of the 3 ferries that leave Lille for Dover on Sun, Dec 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 14 the direct ferries cover the 135 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Sun, Dec 14 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
10:00AM2h00
Lille
12:00PMDover
$311One-way
0 transfers
P&O Ferries
05:00PM1h35
Lille
06:35PMDover
$381One-way
0 transfers
P&O Ferries
07:50AM1h45
Lille
09:35AMDover
$381One-way
0 transfers

Travel 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*

DFDS

Most popular ferry company

Sindbad

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Lille to Dover Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
06:15AM
Arrival Time
06:55AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
07:35PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
05:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
09:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
02:10AM
Arrival Time
02:50AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
11:10AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
03:15PM
Arrival Time
03:55PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:40AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
03:35AM
Arrival Time
04:15AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
09:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
04:30AM
Arrival Time
05:15AM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
05:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
11:50AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
01:55PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
12:50AM
Arrival Time
01:30AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
01:15PM
Arrival Time
01:55PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:01PM
Arrival Time
06:41PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
10:25PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
1h35
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
04:35PM
Arrival Time
05:15PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
08:25AM
Arrival Time
09:05AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
03:45PM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
10:45PM
Arrival Time
11:25PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
09:20PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
07:40AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
08:01PM
Arrival Time
08:41PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
1h45
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
DFDS
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri

Live departures

Lille to Dover ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Lille to Dover ferries for today, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 9:59 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
dfds10:00 AM Lille
2h00
12:00 PM Dover0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 14
poferries7:50 AM Lille
1h45
9:35 AM Dover0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Offers and deals from Lille to Dover

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Northern Ireland with P&O Ferries: 25% off short stay
Northern Ireland trips with P&O Ferries just got cheaper for return passengers with 25% off your 28 hour return ticket on the Cairnryan - Larne route, when sailing until the 31st of December 2024. Valid until further notice.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Lille to Dover

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Ferries from Lille to Dover 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 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.

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 38m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€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
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 Lille to DoverYou can travel by ferry between Lille to Dover with DFDS, P&O Ferries 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

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 35m
Cheapest Price
$38 (€30)
P&O Ferries frequency
10 a day
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

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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Lille to Dover can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Lille to Dover is $33 (€26); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Lille to Dover ferry time is 1 h 30 min   covering the 84 mile (135 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Lille to Dover leaves at 12: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Lille to Dover leaves at 11: 55 PM.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Lille to Dover with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Lille to Dover is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Lille to Dover 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 journey from Lille to Dover you can take a ferry with DFDS. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services from Lille to Dover on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Dover from Lille 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 to travel from Lille to Dover by ferry is August.
Yes, you can take a bus between Lille and Dover.

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Popular ports from Lille to Dover

Lille
Dover
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
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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