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Dunkirk Dover Ferry

The Dunkirk Dover ferry route connects France with England. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, DFDS Seaways. The crossing operates up to 10 times each day with sailing durations from around 2 hours.

Dunkirk Dover sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Dunkirk to Dover?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Dunkirk to Dover is approximately 2h. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • How much is the ferry from Dunkirk to Dover?

    The average price of a ferry from Dunkirk to Dover is approximately 167 €. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Dunkirk to Dover can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Dunkirk to Dover?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Dunkirk to Dover and this is
    • DFDS Seaways
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Dunkirk to Dover?

    Ferries from Dunkirk to Dover are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Dunkirk to Dover?

    Unfortunately, you cannot travel as a foot passenger on ferries from Dunkirk to Dover, with only vehicles allowed onboard this ferry service.
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Dunkirk to Dover?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Dunkirk to Dover with the following operators
    • DFDS Seaways
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Dunkirk to Dover?

    Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
    • DFDS Seaways
  • How far is Dover from Dunkirk?

    Dunkirk to Dover is approximately 52 nautical miles distance apart.

Dunkirk Guide

Located in the Nord department in northern France, the town and port of Dunkirk is around 10 km from the Belgian border. This industrial city depends heavily on its steel industry, on food processing, oil refining, ship building and its chemical industries. Dunkirk is France's third largest harbour after Le Havre and Marseille. Visitors to the town will find many things to do and see. The Musee Portuaire contains exhibits of images concerning the history of the port, the Musee des Beaux-Arts contains a large collection of Flemish, Italian and French paintings and sculptures, and the carnival of Dunkirk.

Unsurprisingly, seafood features heavily on the menus of this coastal town's restaurants. Located just a short distance from the Belgian border, moules and frites are popular as are oysters and many other Flemish dishes. If shopping is what you're after then head to the town centre where you will find a lovely mix of boutique shops around Place Jean Bart. Also pop into Centre Marine shopping mall to shop in French fashion stores. There are also a couple of hypermarkets a short distance from the town.

A single ferry route operates from the port of Dunkirk to the port of Dover in England with 11 sailings per day.


Dover Guide

The town and port of Dover is located on the south east coast of England, in the county of Kent. The major ferry port lies on the English Channel coast, at its narrowest point between England and France. Dover is the world's busiest passenger port with roughly 16 million travellers, 2 million lorries, nearly 3 million cars and motorcycles and 86,000 coaches passing through it each year. Providing an iconic backdrop to the town are its white chalk cliffs and are an impressive sight when entering the port by ferry.

A popular tourist attraction in the town is the 12th century Dover Castle which stands guard over the town. The medieval castle has been described as the "Key to England" because of its defensive importance over the centuries, and is also England's largest castle. Today, the castle is a designated Scheduled Monument which means that it is a nationally important historic building and archaeological site that is protected against unauthorised change. It is also a Grade I listed building and an internationally recognised important structure. The castle, its secret tunnels and surrounding land are all now owned by English Heritage.


Dunkirk to Dover Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2024-03-25 and 2024-03-31


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
DFDS Seaways 02:00 04:00 2 hours Sun
DFDS Seaways 04:00 06:00 2 hours Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways 06:00 08:00 2 hours Everyday
DFDS Seaways 08:00 10:00 2 hours Everyday
DFDS Seaways 10:00 12:00 2 hours Everyday
DFDS Seaways 12:00 14:00 2 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways 14:00 16:00 2 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways 16:00 18:00 2 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways 18:00 20:00 2 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways 20:00 22:00 2 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways 22:00 00:00 2 hours Fri, Sat, Sun
DFDS Seaways 23:59 01:59 2 hours Everyday

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