Compare 2 ways to travel from Dover to Calais
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Calais. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average priceR 149 - R 149 | Average duration1h 30m | 1kg CO₂e | |
| Average priceR 834 - R 888 | Average duration1h 30m | 9kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Dover and Calais?
Dover
- A
Dover Coach Stop, Eastern Docks
53 George St, Dover, Kent CT17 0EG, UK - B
Foot Passenger Terminal
N Exit Rd, Dover CT16, UK - C
Dover Central Travel
Eastern Docks, Dover CT16, UK
Calais
- A
Terminal Ferry Calais
Avenue du Commandant Cousteau, 62100 Calais, France - B
Calais Cité Europe
Centre Commercial Cité Europe, 1001 Boulevard du Kent, 62231 Coquelles, France - C
Calais Ferry Terminal
Avenue du Commandant Cousteau, 62100 Calais, France - D
Calais Centre Ville
17 Quai du Rhin, 62100 Calais, France - E
Calais(CIté Europe) - Arrêt en face de la porte 5
1001 Boulevard du Kent, 62231 Coquelles, France
Ferry Companies
A good way to travel this route is with P&O Ferries. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at R 834 and the shortest trip taking about 90. P&O Ferries gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dover to Calais by ferry
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much does a ferry ticket from Dover to Calais cost?
The cheapest ferry tickets from Dover to Calais start from R 834. The average price for this ferry route is around R 840. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ferry journey from Dover to Calais?
The average ferry journey time from Dover to Calais is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 41 km. The fastest ferry can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by P&O Ferries.
Which ferry companies operate the Dover to Calais route?
According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 1 ferries available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Dover to Calais?
The earliest ferry from Dover to Calais departs at 09:45. And the latest ferry departs at 16:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry journey from Dover to Calais?
A ferry journey from Dover to Calais produces an estimated 9.2 kg of CO₂.
Find the cheapest prices for ferries
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dover to Calais was searched and found on 14 Apr 2026 with a price of R 797To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your ferry tickets from Dover to Calais, as early as possible.
Based on the last 2 days, you can expect to pay between R 797 and R 805 for a ferry ticket from Dover to Calais. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at R 797 on 2026-04-14.