Christmas Travel Ferry Information
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Cross channel crossings
The Gateway to Europe.
Ferry crossings are on offer 24 hours a day, 364 days a year, with a departure on average every 30 minutes.
There are three ferry operators running ships from Dover; P&O Ferries, DFDS, and Irish Ferries. P&O and Irish Ferries operate ferries from Dover to Calais, while DFDS offers a service to both Calais and Dunkerque.
Calais and Dunkerque are convenient destinations, providing quick and efficient links into the rest of France and Belgium. Calais offers quick access via road or rail into Paris, while Dunkerque is less than an hour’s drive from Bruges in Belgium.
Latest travel advice
To ensure you have a smooth journey, we’ve compiled essential travel advice covering travelling with pets, border allowances, and other important information.
Today’s Ferry schedule
To help you plan and make the most of your journey, we’ve compiled essential information.
Ferry crossings are on offer 24 hours a day, 364 days a year, with a departure on average every 30 minutes.
Find a Ferry
Please find below the latest Ferry arrival and departure times.
| Date | Arrive | Depart | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8th Dec 2023 | 00:35 | 01:25 | Irish Ferries | Isle of Innisfree |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 00:45 | 01:40 | DFDS Group | Cote des Dunes |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 01:15 | 02:00 | DFDS Group | Dunkerque Seaways |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 02:15 | 03:10 | P&O Ferries | Spirit of France |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 03:45 | 04:40 | Irish Ferries | Isle of Inishmore |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 03:45 | 04:40 | DFDS Group | Cote des Flandres |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 05:15 | 06:00 | DFDS Group | Delft Seaways |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 05:20 | 06:15 | Irish Ferries | Isle of Innisfree |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 06:00 | 06:55 | P&O Ferries | P&O Pioneer |
| 8th Dec 2023 | 06:45 | 07:40 | DFDS Group | Cote D’Opale |