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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dover to Calais

Composite routes from Dover to Calais

Cheapest
1 h 22 min
Car
85 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Dover to Calais
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Dover - Ferry to Calais
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Other operators

Irish Ferries

Phone:
+353 818 300 400
Email:
info@irishferries.com
Website:
irishferries.com/uk-en/Travel-to-Ireland
Other from Port of Dover to Calais
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$43.04–$51.90

P&O Ferries

Phone:
01304 448866.
Website:
poferries.com/en
Other from Port of Dover to Calais
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$63.29–$88.60

Train operators

Eurotunnel

Phone:
+44 (0) 8443 35 35 35
Website:
eurotunnel.com/uk/
Train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Calais is to bus which costs $11.96 - $17.39 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Calais is to car ferry which takes 1h 30m and costs $36.96 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dover - Ferry and arriving at Calais - Port. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct ferry between Dover and Calais?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Dover and arriving at Calais. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Dover to Calais?

The distance between Dover and Calais is 84 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Dover to Calais?

Book your Dover to Calais ferry tickets online with Omio.

How do I travel from Dover to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Calais without a car is to car ferry which takes 1h 30m and costs $36.96 - $44.57 .

How long does it take to get from Dover to Calais?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Dover to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Calais bus from?

Dover to Calais bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Dover - Ferry station.

Where does the Dover to Calais bus arrive?

Dover to Calais bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Calais - Port station.

What is the time difference between Dover and Calais?

Calais is 1h ahead of Dover. It is currently 19:07 in Dover and 20:07 in Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 915+ hotels available in Calais. Prices start at $46.57 per night.
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