The cheapest and fastest buses from Dover to Calais
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dover to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Calais will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 1 buses that leave Dover for Calais on Mon, Dec 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m 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.


Travel Information
Compare ferry and bus for Dover to Calais
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Dover to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a ferry costs an average of €28.
Distance: 43 km
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| Bus | Most popular Ferry |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dover to Calais bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Calais buses for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:25 AM Dover | 1h30 | 1:55 AM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dover to Calais
Buses from Dover to Calais run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 04:40. The fastest bus covers the 43 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 43 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 04:40 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus from Dover to CalaisYou can travel by bus between Dover to Calais with BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dover to Calais
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover to Calais by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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