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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Calais to Folkestone
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 34 m
Ferries on Sep 18
23
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Calais to Folkestone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Folkestone will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 23 ferries from Calais to Folkestone, including 23 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 40 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.
DFDS Seaways7:35 PM1h40DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal8:15 PMPort of Dover€261One-way0 transfers- DFDS Seaways2:20 PM1h40DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal3:00 PMPort of Dover€261One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways6:00 AM2h00Port of Dunkirk7:00 AMPort of Dover€261One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways8:00 AM2h00Port of Dunkirk9:00 AMPort of Dover€261One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways9:05 AM1h40DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal9:45 AMPort of Dover€261One-way0 transfers
P&O Ferries7:00 PM1h30DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal7:30 PMPort of Dover€411One-way0 transfers- P&O Ferries1:40 AM1h30DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal2:10 AMPort of Dover€341One-way0 transfers
- P&O Ferries5:15 PM1h30DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal5:45 PMPort of Dover€341One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways7:35 PM1h40DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal8:15 PMPort of Dover€261One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways2:20 PM1h40DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal3:00 PMPort of Dover€261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and bus for Calais to Folkestone
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Calais to Folkestone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €43, while a bus costs an average of €56.
Distance: 26 nautical miles (49 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€43 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price | €2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Calais to Folkestone:
A ferry is €13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Calais to Folkestone costing on average €56.
Other travel options to Folkestone take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
Calais to Folkestone Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:59AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Calais to Folkestone ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Folkestone ferries for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DFDS Seaways | 7:35 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 8:15 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 8:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 9:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 9:05 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 9:45 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Ferries | 9:50 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h30 | 10:20 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 10:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 11:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 11:20 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 12:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 12:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 1:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 12:50 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 1:30 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 2:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 3:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 2:20 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 3:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 4:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 5:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 4:35 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 5:15 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:05 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 6:45 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 7:35 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 8:15 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 8:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 9:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 11:00 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 11:40 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 11:59 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 12:59 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| P&O Ferries | 1:40 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h30 | 2:10 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 2:30 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 3:10 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 4:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 5:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 7:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:05 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 1h40 | 6:45 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Calais to Folkestone
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Ferries from Calais to Folkestone run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 24 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 26 nautical miles (49 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 133 sailings per week. Ferries from Calais to Folkestone are available to foot passengers.
Distance 26 nautical miles (49 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Ferries per day 24 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 133 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 12:05 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries, Irish Ferries, Norfolk Line from Calais to FolkestoneYou can travel by ferry between Calais to Folkestone with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Irish Ferries, Norfolk Line for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Calais to Folkestone
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais to Folkestone by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Folkestone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Calais to Folkestone
Most Calais to Folkestone ferries use the DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal to Port of Dover port pair. Use this guide to compare Calais and Folkestone ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Calais port do ferries to Folkestone leave from?
Getting to DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal from Calais city centre
DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal is 2 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal port facilities and services
DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack bars and restaurants on-site.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal: Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
Getting to Port of Calais from Calais city centre
Port of Calais is 1 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Calais port facilities and services
Port of Calais has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Au Vieux Fourneau (0.7km), Le Channel (0.8km), L'Hovercraft (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Calais.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Calais: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Calais.
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