Dover-Calais Timetable
Calais to Dover ferry times today
Use this live timetable to check ferry departures from Calais to Dover. The route is served by P&O Ferries, DFDS and Irish Ferries. The default view shows today’s departures, but you can change the date and number of days.P&O Calais to Dover ferry times today
Many travellers use this page to check P&O Calais to Dover ferry times today. The Calais to Dover timetable above includes P&O Ferries departures where available, alongside DFDS and Irish Ferries services on the same route.
If you are looking for a specific P&O departure, check the operator shown in the timetable and always verify your final check-in time on your ticket or with P&O before travelling.
Note: The timetable is designed to help you check current and upcoming departures. For last-minute disruption, cancellations, port queues or weather delays, also check your ferry operator before leaving for the port.
Dover to Calais ferry times today
This table shows ferry departures from Dover to Calais. Use it if you are starting in England and travelling to France by ferry.
Calais to Folkestone Eurotunnel timetable
Below is the live timetable for Le Shuttle / Eurotunnel departures from Calais and arrivals in Folkestone. The default view shows today. This is the fastest crossing on the route for cars, vans, motorcycles, campers and freight vehicles, with a crossing time of around 35 minutes.Folkestone to Calais Eurotunnel timetable
This table shows Le Shuttle departures from Folkestone to Calais for travellers returning from England to France.
About these live timetables
This page combines the main live departures between Calais and Dover with the Eurotunnel shuttle between Calais and Folkestone. That gives you one overview of the main crossings between France and England on this corridor.
We use a 1-day default because this route has many departures each day. A shorter view makes the timetable easier to scan, especially on busy travel days, while still letting you adjust the date if you want to look further ahead.
Ferry crossings on this route are operated by P&O Ferries, DFDS and Irish Ferries. The tunnel crossing is operated by Le Shuttle / Eurotunnel. Ferry crossings usually take longer, while the tunnel is often the faster option for drivers.
If you are travelling on a busy summer day, during strong winds, or when disruption is expected, always check the official operator website as well. Live timetable feeds can lag behind sudden cancellations, port disruption, weather delays or traffic-related changes.
If a departure is missing from the timetable, it usually means the next schedule has not yet been released in the source system or is still being updated. That happens most often around timetable changes, seasonal updates and peak travel periods.
Calais to Dover ferry delays today
If there are delays on the Calais to Dover route, they are usually linked to port traffic, weather, check-in queues, border controls or operator changes. The timetable above helps you check scheduled departures, but sudden disruption may not always appear immediately. Before travelling on busy days, check your operator’s latest travel updates and allow extra time at the port, especially if you are travelling by car, caravan, coach or during school holidays.Calais Dover ferry timetable FAQ
Where can I check P&O Calais to Dover ferry times today?
You can check today’s Calais to Dover ferry times in the timetable on this page. P&O Ferries departures are shown where available, alongside DFDS and Irish Ferries services.
Does this page show live ferry departures from Calais?
Yes, the timetable is built around current and upcoming ferry departures from Calais. Use it for today’s sailing times, but treat very last-minute disruption separately. Port queues, border processing, weather and operator changes can move faster than a timetable feed. For travel conditions before you leave, also check our Calais Dover webcams and weather page.
How long is the ferry from Calais to Dover?
The ferry crossing is usually around 90 to 100 minutes, depending on the operator and sailing. P&O describes the Dover to Calais crossing as typically around 90 minutes, while DFDS states that Dover to Calais takes about 100 minutes and can vary because of weather. Check the duration shown in the timetable for the specific sailing you are considering. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Where can I check Calais to Dover ferry delays today?
Start with the timetable above, then check weather and port conditions. Delays on this route are often linked to wind, sea conditions, port traffic, border checks or check-in queues. For a quick travel-condition check, use our Calais Dover weather, waves and webcams page.
Can I check Dover to Calais ferry times here too?
Yes. This page includes both directions: Calais to Dover and Dover to Calais.
Which ferry companies sail between Calais and Dover?
The main ferry operators on this route are P&O Ferries, DFDS and Irish Ferries. The timetable lets you compare departures from different operators on the same short Channel route, which is useful when you mainly care about departure time rather than brand.
Is Eurotunnel faster than the Calais Dover ferry?
For the actual crossing, yes. LeShuttle states a planned journey time of 35 minutes between Calais and Folkestone. The ferry usually takes around 90 to 100 minutes on the sea crossing, depending on operator and conditions. The best option still depends on price, check-in time, vehicle type, departure time and where you need to arrive in England. See our Eurotunnel guide if you want to compare ferry and tunnel options. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Is the Eurotunnel timetable included on this page?
Yes. This page also includes Le Shuttle timetable views for Calais to Folkestone and Folkestone to Calais. That makes the page useful if you are still comparing the ferry with the tunnel. For more detail about the tunnel route, use our Eurotunnel from Calais to England page.
How early should I arrive for the Calais Dover ferry?
Use your operator’s check-in rules as the final source. Irish Ferries’ Dover-Calais sailing update page, for example, states that all sailings are shown in local time and gives a latest check-in of 60 minutes before departure. Other operators and ticket types can differ, so always check your own booking confirmation before travelling. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Do weather conditions affect the Calais Dover ferry?
They can. Normal Channel weather does not automatically mean cancellations, but wind, waves and poor visibility can affect comfort, port flow and sometimes sailing operations. Before a long drive to the port, check the Calais Dover webcams and weather.
Should I choose the ferry or Eurotunnel?
Choose the ferry if the departure time, price or Dover arrival works better for your trip. Choose Eurotunnel if the shorter Calais-Folkestone crossing is more important. LeShuttle reports a 35-minute planned journey time, while ferry crossings are usually longer but may offer better timing or pricing on some days. Compare the timetable above with our Eurotunnel guide. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
What should I check before leaving for the port?
Check five things: your departure time, operator, check-in deadline, ticket conditions and current travel conditions. On busy travel days, also check weather and webcams and compare the Eurotunnel if your timing is flexible.
Check-in per operator:
DFDS Check-in
- 60-90 mins. present in advance
- Busy days: 90 mins
P&O Check-in
- Check-in closes 90 minutes before departure for pedestrians
- Check-in closes for other traffic 60 minutes before departure
Irish Ferries Check-in
- Check-in closes 90 minutes before departure for coaches
- Check-in closes 60 minutes before departure for other transport
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The ultimate traveler’s guide from Calais to Dover, the shortest distance you can travel from France to England by ferry or train.
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