Prepare for your crossing

Before travelling to the United Kingdom, ensure you meet all the necessary requirements for a smooth journey. Administrative formalities, mandatory documents, regulations for pets, safety precautions and mobile phone usage: there are several things to consider in advance. Find all the essential information by clicking on the link below.

All practical information
Book your crossing
Nearly 40 departures per day are provided by three ferry companies, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

You can book your ticket online on the shipping companies’ websites or upon arrival at the port directly at the companies’ check-in counters.

 

Please note: If you wish to travel on foot, the crossing is only possible with P&O Ferries and tickets are sold exclusively online.

Opening hours
A wide range of timetables is available. A ferry departs from the port of Calais approximately every 35 minutes.
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01:30
01:30
01:30
05:05
05:05
05:05
06:35
08:05
10:20
11:50
13:20
15:35
17:05
18:35
22:10
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01:30
03:30
07:11
08:25
12:20
13:35
14:15
15:55
18:20
20:45
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05:30
07:50
07:50
10:10
12:35
14:55
17:20
19:40
22:00

Access & formalities

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Enjoy your crossing…

Enjoy your crossing…

Depending on the ship, you may find the following on board: bars and restaurants, arcade machines, children’s areas, duty-free shops, club lounges, pet lounges, and more.

Enjoy duty-free shopping at the port or on board the ships.

Discover

Things to see and do in Kent

 

Discover England and fall in love with the unique charm of Kent!

Just a stone’s throw from London, this verdant county, nicknamed the Garden of England, offers a wealth of unforgettable emotions and landscapes. Stroll along the famous white cliffs of Dover, wander through picturesque villages with their traditional houses, visit sumptuous castles… With its heritage, nature and English way of life, Kent is the ideal destination for an authentic, exotic and charming getaway.

Here are a few ideas for things to discover that we have selected for you!