4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Folkestone to Calais
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
22
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Folkestone to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Calais will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 22 ferries that leave Folkestone for Calais on Tue, May 05, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct ferries cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest ferries 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.
P&O Pioneer8:15 AM1h30Port of Dover10:45 AMPort of Calais€311One-way0 transfers
DFDS Seaways12:55 PM1h40Port of Dover3:35 PMDFDS Calais Ferry Terminal€311One-way0 transfers- DFDS Seaways10:40 AM1h40Port of Dover1:20 PMDFDS Calais Ferry Terminal€311One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways9:10 PM1h40Port of Dover11:50 PMDFDS Calais Ferry Terminal€311One-way0 transfers
- P&O Liberte8:45 PM1h30Port of Dover11:15 PMPort of Calais€311One-way0 transfers
- P&O Pioneer8:15 AM1h30Port of Dover10:45 AMPort of Calais€311One-way0 transfers
- P&O Liberte8:45 PM1h30Port of Dover11:15 PMPort of Calais€311One-way0 transfers
- P&O Pioneer1:40 PM1h30Port of Dover4:10 PMPort of Calais€311One-way0 transfers
- P&O Pioneer11:55 PM1h30Port of Dover2:25 AMPort of Calais€311One-way0 transfers
- P&O Pioneer6:50 PM1h30Port of Dover9:20 PMPort of Calais€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Folkestone to Calais
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Folkestone to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €204.
Distance: 26 nautical miles (49 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €205 Average price |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Folkestone to Calais Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Live departures
Folkestone to Calais ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Calais ferries for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:10 PM Folkestone | 1h30 | 10:40 PM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
| DFDS Seaways | 12:35 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 3:15 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 3:30 AM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 6:00 AM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 4:40 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 7:20 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Spirit of France | 6:15 AM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 8:45 AM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 7:40 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 10:20 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 8:15 AM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 10:45 AM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 9:10 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 11:50 AM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 9:45 AM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 12:15 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 10:40 AM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 1:20 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Spirit of France | 11:30 AM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 2:00 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 12:55 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 3:35 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 1:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 4:10 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 2:25 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 5:05 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 3:05 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 5:35 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 3:55 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 6:35 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Spirit of France | 4:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 7:10 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:10 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 8:50 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 6:50 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 9:20 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 7:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 10:20 PM DFDS Calais Ferry Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 8:45 PM Port of Dover | 1h30 | 11:15 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Folkestone to Calais
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France
Ferries from Folkestone to Calais run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €24 if you book in advance.
There are 31 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 25m. There are 203 sailings per week. Ferries from Folkestone to Calais are available to foot passengers.
Distance 26 nautical miles (49 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €24 |
Ferries per day 31 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 203 |
Fastest ferry 1h 25m |
First ferry 12:05 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries from Folkestone to CalaisYou can travel by ferry between Folkestone to Calais with DFDS, P&O Ferries for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Folkestone to Calais
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone to Calais 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 Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Folkestone to Calais
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Au Vieux Fourneau (0.7km)
- Le Channel (0.8km)
- L'Hovercraft (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Calaisien and Taxi Radio Calais.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Gare Maritime
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