Dunkirk to London ferry with P&O Ferries

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dunkirk to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 25

Cheapest price on Sep 25

€25

Average ticket price on Sep 25

€25

Fastest journey on Sep 25

2 h

Average journey duration on Sep 25

2 h

Ferries on Sep 25

9

Distance

182 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dunkirk to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dunkirk to London will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast ferries

On Fri, Sep 25, we found 9 ferries from Dunkirk to London, including 9 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 25 the direct ferries cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .

On Fri, Sep 25 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 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.

  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    10:00 AM2h00
    Port of Dunkirk
    11:00 AMPort of Dover
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    8:00 AM2h00
    Port of Dunkirk
    9:00 AMPort of Dover
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    4:00 AM2h00
    Port of Dunkirk
    5:00 AMPort of Dover
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    2:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dunkirk
    3:00 PMPort of Dover
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways
    12:00 PM2h00
    Port of Dunkirk
    1:00 PMPort of Dover
    €251One-way
    0 transfers

Dunkirk to London Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
09:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
08:30AM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
09:59PM
Arrival Time
11:59PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
09:25PM
Arrival Time
10:55PM
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
05:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
11:59PM
Arrival Time
12:59AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Operator
Norfolk Line
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
11:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Live departures

Dunkirk to London ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Dunkirk to London ferries for today, Thursday, September 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways11:59 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
12:59 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Friday, September 25
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways4:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
5:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways6:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
7:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways8:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
9:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways10:00 AM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
11:00 AM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways12:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
1:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways2:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
3:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways4:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
5:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways6:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
7:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect
Norfolk LineDFDS Seaways8:00 PM Port of Dunkirk
2h00
9:00 PM Port of Dover0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Dunkirk to London ferries with Omio?

Norfolk Line as well as P&O Ferries or DFDS offer ferries services from Dunkirk to London.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Norfolk Line tickets.

Why book with Omio vs Norfolk Line?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Norfolk Line, but also compare tickets for the likes of P&O Ferries or DFDS to find the best option for your trip from Dunkirk to London.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Norfolk Line with all available travel options, which are train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Dunkirk to London.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Dunkirk to London

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Ferries from Dunkirk to London run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €5 by train.

There are 15 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 98 nautical miles (182 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 28 sailings per week. Ferries from Dunkirk to London are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €5
Official Omio partners on this route
P&O Ferries
DFDS
Norfolk Line
Distance
98 nautical miles (182 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
€21
Ferries per day
15
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
28
Fastest ferry
1h 30m
First ferry
12:05 AM
Last ferry
11:55 PM
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €5

Ferry operators: P&O Ferries, DFDS, Norfolk Line from Dunkirk to LondonYou can travel by ferry between Dunkirk to London with P&O Ferries, DFDS, Norfolk Line for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Norfolk Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Norfolk Line Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Norfolk Line Price
€25
Norfolk Line frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
No baggage restrictions.
Additional luggage
No baggage restrictions.
Luggage storage
No baggage restrictions.
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Free meal provided during the crossing.
Toilets
USB plugs
Bikes
Non-motorized bicycles are allowed on all ferries at no extra cost.
Pets
Pets are allowed on board.
Car on board
Motorbike

P&O Ferries

About
P&O Ferries is a British shipping company, established in 2002 through mergers and acquisitions within P&O, and owned by Dubai-based DP World since 2019. It operates passenger and freight ferry services across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea. Key routes include Dover to Calais, Hull to Rotterdam, and Cairnryan to Larne. P&O Ferries offers a range of onboard facilities such as restaurants, bars, entertainment, and duty-free shopping. They also provide various ticket options and deals, including short breaks and offers for families.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average P&O Ferries Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest P&O Ferries Price
€30
P&O Ferries frequency
11 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply

DFDS

About
DFDS is a Danish shipping and logistics company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and cargo across several routes in Europe. The company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Some of the routes operated by DFDS include crossings between Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Holland.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average DFDS Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest DFDS Price
€21
DFDS frequency
20 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be carried for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available with various dining options
Toilets
USB plugs
Pets
Small pets allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled in public areas.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply

FAQs: Ferry from Dunkirk to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunkirk to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Dunkirk to London can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Dunkirk to London is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Dunkirk to London is 1h 30m to travel the 182 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Dunkirk to London leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Dunkirk to London leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 15 direct ferries a day from Dunkirk to London with Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries, DFDS. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Dunkirk to London with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Dunkirk to London is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Dunkirk to London is possible with DFDS. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Dunkirk to London, you can count on Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries, DFDS for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Dunkirk and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dunkirk and London including taking a train and ferry.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Dunkirk to London

Most Dunkirk to London ferries use the Port of Dunkirk to Port of Dover port pair. Use this guide to compare Dunkirk and London ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.

Departure ports in Dunkirk
Arrival ports in London

Which Dunkirk port do ferries to London leave from?

Ferries from Dunkirk to London leave from Port of Dunkirk. The port is 3 km from Dunkirk city centre at 2505 Rte de l'Écluse Trystram, 59140 Dunkerque, France.
Port of Dunkirk2505 Rte de l'Écluse Trystram, 59140 Dunkerque, FranceWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Port of Dunkirk from Dunkirk city centre

Port of Dunkirk is 2 km from Dunkirk city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus Line C2, StopGare Maritime

Port of Dunkirk port facilities and services

Port of Dunkirk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Le Grand Morien (0.9km), La Pataterie (0.8km), L'Edito (0.7km)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Port of Dunkirk.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Port of Dunkirk: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Dunkirk.

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