4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Folkestone to Calais
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Ferries per day
4
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 €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Folkestone for Calais on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct ferries cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 35 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 train, ferry, and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €7. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €207.
Distance: 26 nautical miles (49 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price | €208 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | 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 08:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat |
Live departures
Folkestone to Calais ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Calais ferries for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit of France | 11:30 AM Port of Dover | 1h35 | 1:05 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 1:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h35 | 3:15 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 3:05 PM Port of Dover | 1h35 | 4:40 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Spirit of France | 4:40 PM Port of Dover | 1h35 | 6:15 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 6:50 PM Port of Dover | 1h35 | 8:25 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 8:45 PM Port of Dover | 1h35 | 10:20 PM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 11:55 PM Port of Dover | 1h40 | 1:35 AM Port of Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 2:40 AM Folkestone | 1h30 | 4:10 AM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:15 AM Folkestone | 1h35 | 8:50 AM Calais | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Folkestone to Calais
United Kingdom
France
Ferries from Folkestone to Calais run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 32 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 210 sailings per week. Ferries from Folkestone to Calais are available to foot passengers.
Distance 26 nautical miles (49 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Ferries per day 32 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 210 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
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 €7. 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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