Dover - Dunkirk
Ferries to France
Dover - Dunkirk
Ferries to France
DFDS Seaways provides the ferry from Dover to Dunkirk. Dover Dunkirk ferries cost around $212 and $598, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Dover Dunkirk ferries.
Dover Dunkirk ferry sailings typycally depart from Dover at around 01:00. The last ferry leaves at 23:59.
The Dover Dunkirk ferry trip can take around 2 hours. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 62 weekly sailings from Dover to Dunkirk serviced by DFDS Seaways. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Dover Dunkirk ferry prices typically range between $212* and $598*. The average price is typically $391*. The cheapest ferries from Dover to Dunkirk start from $212*. The average price for a car is $329*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 26.
The distance between Dover to Dunkirk is approximately 60 miles (96km) or 52 nautical miles.
Yes, DFDS Seaways allow cars on board ferries between Dover and Dunkirk. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Dover and Dunkirk.
No, currently ferry operators do not allow foot passengers to sail between Dover and Dunkirk.
Pets can travel on ferries from Dover to Dunkirk with DFDS Seaways. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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| Dover - Dunkirk Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | England | |
| Destination Country | France | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | DFDS Seaways | |
| Average Price | $391 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 9 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 62 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2 h | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2 h | |
| First Ferry | 01:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:59 | |
| Distance | 52 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2026.
The English town and port of Dover is located in the county of Kent in the south east of England. The town lies on the English Channel coast at its narrowest point between England and France. This narrow stretch of the English Channel is called the Strait of Dover. In and around the town there are many things for visitors to see and do. In memory of the spot where Bleriot landed following the first cross channel flight in 1909, the Bleriot Memorial is an outline of the aircraft flown set into the ground. Also, and overlooking the town, is Dover Castle which is the largest castle in England. It was founded in the 12th century and has been described as the "Key to England" due to its defensive significance throughout its history.
The Port of Dover is the world's busiest passenger port, with 16 million travellers, 2.1 million lorries, 2.8 million cars and motorcycles and 86,000 coaches passing through it each year. It is the main port of departure for travellers from the UK to France and beyond into mainland Europe. Services are operated by P&O Ferries and DFDS Seaways to Calais and Dunkirk.
The town of Dunkirk is located in northern France and its harbour is the third largest in France, after those of Le Havre and Marseille. The town is a former fishing village but today relies heavily on the port and related harbour activities. The town's heritage has strong links with the fishing industry and the town's Port Museum tells the story of the history of Dunkirk's maritime and fishing past. The town's museums also reflect on the fact that Dunkirk is a war time historic town and contain a wealth of information about the war and especially of Operation Dynamo. Much of the town is new, having been rebuilt following the end of World War II there remains the occasional examples of historical structures including the town hall and Le Laac outdoor sculpture garden and museum. As a coastal town, Dunkirk offers a fabulous sandy beach with seafront brasseries and activities.
From the town's port, ferry services operate to Dover in England with 11 sailings each day.
