Ferry information
The Port of Dover is one of Europe's largest passenger ports and the nearest English port to France at just 21 miles (34 kilometres).
With millions of passengers, cars, trucks, motorcycles and buses passing through the Port of Dover each year, it's no wonder we're known as the 'gateway to Europe'.
As a result of huge and continued investment, the Port now boasts state-of-the-art facilities, excellent transport links and award-winning customer service.
Cars, motorcycles, coaches and freight
There's a ferry departure on average every 30 minutes when taken across all operator schedules.
Foot passengers
Foot passenger services at the Ferry Terminal operate between 06.00hrs and 19.30hrs. Again, ferry departures occur about every 30 minutes when taken across all operator schedules.
Special needs
The Port of Dover includes facilities for people with special needs to ensure as smooth a journey as possible.
Dover ferry port operators
Four ferry companies currently operate from the Port of Dover connecting to Boulogne, Calais and Dunkerque to provide fast and convenient sea crossings to France.
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| Visit the LD Lines website | Visit the NorfolkLine website |
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| Visit the P&O Ferries website | Visit the SeaFrance website |
All the above ferry companies operate from the Eastern Docks Ferry Port.
Facilities and provisions
If you have time to spare, the Port of Dover provides a range of refreshment and shopping facilities at the Passenger Services Buildings in the Eastern Docks Ferry Port including a Bureau de Change, Cafe Ritazza, Burger King and other retail outlets.
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Lost property
Any lost property found on the Board's estate should be handed in to reception at Harbour House, Marine Parade, Dover. Reception is open between 08.00hrs and 1700hrs - Monday to Friday - except Bank Holidays.
Enquiries about lost property can be made on 01304 245 392, or e-mail property.office@doverport.co.uk.
For items lost on board a P&O Ferries, SeaFrance, Norfolkline or LD Lines vessel after this date, please contact the ferry operator directly.
Download the Dover Ferry Port Passenger Guide [PDF].
Seasonal notes:
School holiday season: During school holidays, Passenger Services Buildings East and West are open 24 hours. For the remainder of the summer season, opening times for Passenger Services Building East and West are reduced as follows:
- 06:30hrs to 21:15hrs (Burger King is open from 09:00hrs - 18:00hrs)
- During winter, the opening hours are further reduced to 07:00hrs - 17:00hrs
Opening hours may change due to maintenance and servicing commitments throughout the year.
Mobile phones
Passengers are reminded that the use of hand held mobile phones while driving in the Port is strictly prohibited.