Ferry Crossings

Dover to France Ferries

From

per car + up to 4, one way*

More sailings, more choice

Discover more choice with DFDS – your gateway to France

This summer, whisk your family away to France with fast and frequent, daily sailings from Dover - starting from just £80*!

With 42 daily sailings across two routes to France, DFDS offers unmatched flexibility and choice, ensuring you find the perfect sailing to fit your schedule.

Sail smarter - choose DFDS for a seamless and comfortable journey, underpinned by outstanding service.

Two routes to choose from

Award-winning service

Travel with your vehicle

No baggage restrictions

Sail to France via Dunkirk or Calais

42 daily sailings

Excellent onboard facilities

Shop Duty Free savings at our port shops, onboard and online

Terms and Conditions

*Lead in price based on 2024 sailings, one-way fare for a standard car carrying up to 4 passengers on Dover-France routes, including ETS charge as of 1st January 2024.

Journeys and prices are subject to availability and usual DFDS terms & conditions apply.

Timetables

Dover-Calais

Dover-Dunkirk

Two routes, unlimited possibilities

Why limit yourself when you can have the best of both worlds? In addition to our popular and frequent ferry service to Calais, DFDS proudly offers an exclusive route to Dunkirk. This additional path to France not only provides more sailings but also opens up new adventures, getting you swiftly on the road to exploring hidden gems in northern France, Belgium and beyond.

With crossings to both Calais and Dunkirk, DFDS ensures that you have the greatest choice of sailings between Dover and France.

Onboard Experience - Dover-Calais

Duty Free Shop onboard Dover-Calais Route

Duty Free Shopping at Sea

Browse a selection of fragrances, cosmetics, confectionery and more from big name brands, as well as wine, spirits and souvenirs in our onboard shop, at a fraction of mainland prices.

Family Lighthouse Cafe onboard Eastern Channel Ferry

Restaurants

With fish & chips, curry and vegetarian options always on the menu as well as cooked breakfasts and light bites, there is something for everyone. Please note, 7 Seas Restaurant and Lighthouse Café are open 24/7 and Horizon will be open during busier crossings.

Relaxing

Relax and unwind on your crossing in the Premium Lounge with complimentary drinks and snacks. To make your crossing even smoother, Priority Boarding allows you to be one of the first to board and disembark. Premium Lounge is only available on selected crossings. Please check before travelling.

Pirates Island kids club onboard Dover-Calais

Family Travel

Visit our Pirates’ Island play area to keep the kids busy during the crossing. Our onboard app, Jack’s Treasure Hunt will also keep them occupied, as they follow our mascot around the ship to find his treasure.

Ship Overview

Find out more about the vessels that operate on our Dover to Calais route.

Free Onboard WiFi

Stay connected with our free and fast on-board WiFi. Our long-range directional WiFi provides a more reliable and enhanced browsing experience.

Onboard Experience - Dunkirk - Dover

Duty Free Shop onboard Dover-Dunkirk Route Duty Free

Duty Free Shopping at Sea

Wave goodbye to mainland prices and browse big brands in our onboard shop. With regular offers on cosmetics, perfume, confectionery and alcohol, you’ll find a great deal on your crossing to Dunkirk.

Restaurants

With fish & chips and vegetarian options always on the menu as well as cooked breakfasts and light bites, there is something for everyone. Please note, 7 Seas Restaurant and Lighthouse Café are open 24/7 and Horizon will be open during busier crossings.

Relaxing

Enjoy your sailing in the peaceful Premium Lounge surroundings as you set sail, taking in the sea views. Priority Boarding can make your crossing even smoother, making you one of the first to board and disembark. Premium Lounge is only available on selected crossings. Please check before travelling.

Family Fun

Pirates’ Island play area is a great place for children to spend time during the crossing and our onboard app, Jack’s Treasure Hunt will keep them busy around the ship as they try to find Jack’s treasure.

Stay Connected

Our free and fast on-board WiFi keeps you connected onboard. Our long-range directional WiFi provides a more reliable and enhanced browsing experience to the often slower satellite WiFi which is used by many other ferry companies.

Duty Free Allowances

DFDS offer unlimited baggage allowance which means you can fill your boots with great duty free deals.

What you can bring back to the UK

18 Litres of wine
42 litres of beer
Up to £390 worth of non-alcoholic goods

For more information on what you can bring into the UK and Europe check out our Duty Free FAQs.

Duty Free Allowances in the UK

Fast, frequent and world class

We're elated to announce that DFDS has once again retained its title as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator at the 2024 World Travel Awards.

This accolade wouldn’t have been possible without you, our loyal passengers. Thank you for recognising the hard work of our exceptional team members who are dedicated to ensuring each voyage is as exceptional as the next.

Your ongoing support is the anchor to our success.

Find out more

Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply. Some banks may charge a fee when paying in a different currency.