Dunkirk – Dover
Ferries to England
Dunkirk – Dover
Ferries to England
The Dunkirk to Dover ferry route is provided by 1 operator and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Dunkirk to Dover takes approximately 2 hours on ferries servicing this route. The Dunkirk to Dover ferry duration can range between 2 hours and 2 hours 10 minutes depending on the weather conditions.
There are around 61 weekly sailings from Dunkirk to Dover. DFDS Seaways provide up to 9 sailings per day. Please be aware that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Dunkirk at approximately 04:00 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 23:59. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Dunkirk to Dover is with DFDS in 2 hours.
The fastest ferry from Dunkirk to Dover usually costs around $198.
There are ferries that sail overnight from Dunkirk to Dover. The first overnight sailing from Dunkirk usually departs at 04:00 and arrives in Dover at 06:00.
There are no cabins available on ferries from Dunkirk to Dover.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Dunkirk to Dover. Bookings for taking your pet onboard must be made in advance and there is a charge of $18 per pet each way. Pets must remain inside your vehicle throughout the sailing.
Those sailing with DFDS can take a maximum of 50 kilograms of luggage per passenger at no additional cost. However, please note that there are no luggage carts available so this must be transported by hand.
Yes, cars are allowed on all ferries sailing from Dunkirk to Dover.
Foot passengers are not allowed on the Dunkirk to Dover ferry route.
The price of a ferry from Dunkirk to Dover can vary between $108 and $290 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $208, prices can range from $108 and $650. The average price with a car is $313. Car prices can range from $108 and $266. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All ferry prices can change from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees.
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. We highly recommend that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the ferry to Dover.
The best way to travel from Dunkirk to Dover is by ferry. With 8 sailings departing per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative ferries from France to England if you require additional flexibility including the Calais to Dover ferry and Calais to Folkestone via the Eurotunnel.
Unfortunately, first class is not available on the Dunkirk to Dover ferry. However, there are other seating options available.
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| Dunkirk - Dover Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | France | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | DFDS Seaways | |
| Average Price | $156* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 8 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 56 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2h 0m | |
| First Ferry | 04:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:59 | |
| Distance | 52 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Located in the Nord department in northern France, the town and port of Dunkirk is around 10km from the Belgian border. Dunkirk is France's third largest harbour after Le Havre and Marseille, with millions of people travelling through it every year.
Dunkirk ferry port is located at the end of Rte de la Maison Blanche and is easily accessible from the south by following the N316 towards Loon-Plage. The closest airport to Dunkirk port is 37km away, taking approximately 35 minutes to drive. Passengers arriving at the ferry terminal can make use of the range of facilities available including duty free, restaurants, cafes, lounges, vending machines and free WiFi.
The English town and port of Dover is located in the county of Kent in the southeast of England. The town lies on the English Channel coast at its narrowest point between England and France. This narrow stretch of the English Channel is called the Strait of Dover.
Dover ferry port is the world's busiest passenger port, with 16 million travellers, 2.1 million lorries, 2.8 million cars and motorcycles and 86,000 coaches passing through it each year. It is the main port of departure for travellers from the UK to France and beyond into mainland Europe. P&O Ferries and DFDS Seaways each provide ferries from Dover to Calais and Dunkirk.
The port is easily accessible from London by taking the southeastern line to Dover Priory. Alternatively, you can drive to Dover by following the A20 past Folkestone. Passengers arriving at Dover ferry port can take advantage of many facilities including a currency exchange office, duty free, bars, restaurants, vending machines, games rooms and massage chairs. Although there is currently no parking available at the port, you can contact an independent parking company nearby like Relyon Parking.
Marine Parade, Dover CT17 9BU
