Ferry to Calais
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Travelling by ferry to Calais
Need to get to Calais by ferry? Looking for information and ferry tickets to Calais? Vivanoda helps you find the best deals on ferries to Calais from all 2 ports including Dover. There are a total of 1 ferry routes operated by DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries and Norfolk Line.
The Norfolk Line, P&O Ferries, Irish Ferries and DFDS Seaways lines to Calais have a frequency of around 38 crossings a day.
Statistics of Calais ferry port
Tips for cheaper and better ferry travel to Calais
You will make the right choice by choosing the ferry to Calais. This means of transport has undeniable advantages: comfortable, relaxing, economical... Here are some tips to save money on your ferry crossing to Calais and travel in the best conditions:
All crossings to Calais ferry port
What better way to start your trip to Calais than with a ferry crossing? DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries and Norfolk Line ferries to Calais offer a comfortable and affordable alternative for travellers who want to avoid the long queues and tedious boarding procedures at airports. Moreover, you can take your car or motorbike on board, allowing you to explore Calais and its surroundings in complete freedom as soon as you arrive.
With a wide choice of ferry companies and routes from Dover to Calais, use our fare comparison platform to find the best deals on ferries to Calais for your budget and preferences. All you have to do is search!
Where is the ferry terminal in Calais?
FAQs about ferries to Calais
To travel to Calais by ferry, you can depart from 2 ports in 1 countries: Dover.
Ferry services to Calais are operated by 4 ferry companies: DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries and Norfolk Line
Ferry timetables to Calais can vary significantly depending on the time of year and ferry company (DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries or Norfolk Line). We strongly recommend you search for timetables on Vivanoda.
It depends on the route you want to take. The shortest crossing on the Dover - Calais route takes 1 hours 30 min, while the longest crossing from Dover - Calais takes almost 1 hours 30 min.
The price of a ferry to Calais varies greatly, depending on whether you travel by car, on foot or by bike and the time of year. Vivanoda helps you find the best deals from DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries, P&O Ferries and Norfolk Line to Calais.
When to take the ferry to Calais?
If you're looking for sunny beaches and blue skies, the summer months (July and August) are ideal for visiting the Mediterranean coast and enjoying high temperatures ranging from 25 to 35 degrees Celsius. However, this time of year is also the busiest for tourists, which can mean that the most popular seaside resorts and tourist attractions are very crowded.
If you prefer to avoid the crowds and scorching temperatures, spring (April and May) and autumn (September and October) are ideal times to visit France. Temperatures are mild and pleasant, fluctuating between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, and the weather is generally sunny with a few showers possible. It's also an ideal time to explore the wine regions, the châteaux of the Loire or enjoy the local festivals.
Discover the country from Calais port
Ports and destinations
France is surrounded by many destinations accessible by ferry. The most popular ports are Calais, Dunkirk, Dieppe, Le Havre, Cherbourg, Saint Malo, Roscoff, Brest, Nantes, Marseille, Toulon, Nice, Ajaccio and Bastia. You can easily reach England, Ireland, Corsica, Sardinia and Algeria from these ports.
Services on board
French ferries offer a wide range of on-board services, including restaurants, bars, shops, children's play areas, relaxation areas and much more. Most ships also have private cabins with comfortable beds and en-suite bathrooms, which is convenient for overnight travel.
Discover the region from Calais
Start your journey in Calais, a bustling port town that is often the first point of arrival for ferry travellers. Here, don't miss the Opéra de Calais, a magnificent nineteenth-century building that houses a varied cultural programme. Stroll along the sandy beach and admire the famous Calais Lighthouse, the symbol of the town.
Next, head for Boulogne-sur-Mer, just an hour's drive from Calais. Don't miss the old town, with its cobbled streets and colourful timber-framed houses. Visit the Basilique Notre-Dame, an impressive 19th-century religious building. For an unforgettable experience, visit Nausicaá, Europe's largest aquarium, where you can discover the wealth of marine life.
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