Ferry Companies, Schedules & Special Offers

There are four major companies operating out of Dover.

Norfolkline
Norfolkline has a fleet of modern ferries built in 2005 and 2006, specifically for car and freight traffic on the Dover to Dunkerque / Dunkirk route. Crossing time is approximately one hour and 45 minutes.

P&O Ferries
P&O Ferries, the largest of the cross-channel operators uses a fleet of 7 ferries (two solely for freight) to provide up to 30 return crossings per day. Discounts are often available and we'll post special offers here when they're running.

SeaFrance
SeaFrance also operates the Dover - Calais route, but with a certain Gallic flair. 6 ships provide approximately 25 crossings per year and there are many special offers and deals available, making it a favourite for "booze cruise" day trippers as well as those heading further afield. The journey time from Dover to Calais is approximately 75 minutes and if you are holidaying in France, why not start the French experience on board?

SpeedFerries
SpeedFerries - for those of you who just can't wait to get away from Dover to Boulogne in its high speed Catamaran. Boulogne provides an excellent alternative for those wishing to drive further south in France - the A16 autoroute being easily accessible. Note: SpeedFerries now sails from the Hoverport, having refurbished a large part of it extensively.