Ferry Crossings

Ferries to France

From

€

112

per car + up to 4, one way*

Ferries to France for holidays closer than you think

Take a ferry to France and embark on your European roadtrip!

Whether you’re heading on a spring break, visiting the wine regions of France, or hiking its countryside, let DFDS take you there!

Shop Duty Free onboard, at our Duty Free Shops in Dunkerque and Calais and reserve from home with our Reserve & Collect service.

Travel with your vehicle

No baggage restrictions

Duty Free shopping

Choose from Dover – Dunkirk or Dover – Calais routes

Terms and Conditions

*Lead in price based on 2024 sailings, return day trip 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.

Offer terms and conditions apply.

Timetables

Dover-Calais

Dover-Dunkirk

Amazing adventures closer than you think!

Great holiday destinations are less than 2 hours ferry ride away and we’re ready to take you there!

The ideal start to a road trip, you can shop duty free and enjoy a bite to eat while onboard our ferries before hitting the open road to explore all Europe has to offer.

Our unlimited luggage means you can pack all you need for an adventure packed ski trip, hiking holiday or cycling holiday.

If you prefer something more relaxing, you could head to the south of France for a beach break, or to the Champagne region for a countryside retreat and a chance to sample the country’s most famous tipple!

From surfing in Biarritz to watching the sunset in Finistère, sampling oysters in Brittany to sipping wine in Burgundy, France is waiting for you to explore and enjoy!

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 beer, 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 Calais to Dover 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.