What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Calais is to bus which costs €23 - €30 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Calais is to car ferry which takes 1h 35m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct ferry between Dover and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Dover and arriving at Calais. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Dover to Calais?

The distance between Dover and Calais is 84 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Dover to Calais?

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How do I travel from Dover to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Calais without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 35m and costs €28 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Calais?

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Dover to Calais, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Dover and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Dover. It is currently 3:49 PM in Dover and 4:49 PM in Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1099+ hotels available in Calais.

Dover to Calais - 3 ways to travel via car, Eurotunnel, car ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Dover to Calais by car, car train, car ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, Eurotunnel
best
1. Drive from Dover to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain le shuttle
1h 2m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Calaisbus 700 / ...
1h 36m
€23–29
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
1h 35m
€28–45

Dover to Calais by car ferry

147Weekly Car ferry

1h 35mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 84 km
Duration: 1h 2m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Calais, France?

P&O Ferries operates a car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais every 2 hours. Tickets cost €28–45 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Irish Ferries also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dover to Calais every 2 hours. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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