Ostend to Dover ferry with DFDS

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ostend to Dover

Showing times and prices for Dec 25

Cheapest price

$44

Average price

$45

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h

Ferries per day

2

Distance

113 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ostend to Dover will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Ostend for Dover on Thu, Dec 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 25 the direct ferries cover the 113 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 Thu, Dec 25 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
Ostend
12:00PMDover
$441One-way
0 transfers
DFDS
09:59PM2h00
Ostend
11:59PMDover
$471One-way
0 transfers

Ostend to Dover Ferry Timetables

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

Live departures

Ostend to Dover ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Ostend to Dover ferries for today, Wednesday, December 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 2:10 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
poferries5:00 PM Ostend
1h35
6:35 PM Dover0 transfersDirect
dfds9:59 PM Ostend
2h00
11:59 PM Dover0 transfersDirect
Thursday, December 25
dfds10:00 AM Ostend
2h00
12:00 PM Dover0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Offers and deals from Ostend to Dover

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Ostend to Dover and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by DFDS, P&O Ferries

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 Ostend to Dover

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United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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Ferries from Ostend to Dover run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.

There are 33 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 61 nautical miles (113 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 226 sailings per week. Ferries from Ostend 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
61 nautical miles (113 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
$30 (€24)
Ferries per day
33
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
226
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
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 Ostend to DoverYou can travel by ferry between Ostend 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 Ostend to Dover

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ostend 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 Ostend to Dover can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Ostend to Dover is $34 (€27); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Ostend to Dover ferry travel time is 1 h 30 min   for the 69 mile (112 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Ostend to Dover leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Ostend to Dover leaves at 11: 55 PM.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Ostend to Dover.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Ostend to Dover.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Ostend to Dover as it is a vehicle only route.
A day trip to Dover from Ostend 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 Ostend to Dover by ferry is September.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Ostend to Dover

Ostend
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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