FERRY

With millions of passengers, cars, trucks, motorcycles and buses passing through on cross-Channel ferries each year, it's no wonder we're known as the 'Gateway to Europe'.

As a result of huge and continued investment, the Port boasts state-of-the-art facilities and excellent transport links.

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FRENCH BORDER DECLARATIONS

Please be advised that in order to travel to France you need the correct documentation ready for inspection at French Border Controls 

Cross Channel Ferry Crossings

Ferry crossings are on offer 24 hours a day, 364 days a year, with a departure on average every 30 minutes when taken across all operator schedules.

There are three ferry operators running ships from Dover; P&O Ferr, DFDS and Irish Ferries. P&O and Irish Ferries operate ferries from Dover to Calais, while DFDS Seaways offers a service to both Calais and Dunkerque.

Calais and Dunkerque are convenient destinations, providing quick and efficient links into the rest of France and Belgium. Calais offers quick access via road or rail into Paris, while Dunkirk is less than an hour’s drive from Bruges in Belgium.