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FAQs

How long is the P&O ferry from Dover to Calais? ›

You can easily choose your next 90 minute trip from either our Dover or Calais timetable to start planning your travels across the English Channel, with up to 11 sailings a day from Dover you will be spoilt for choice!

On 17 March 2022, shipping company P&O Ferries dismissed 800 members of its shipping staff, primarily from the Port of Dover, but also from Kingston upon Hull, Liverpool and Cairnryan.

The crossing time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The distance from Calais to Dover is about 26 miles (41.8 km). This route accepts all vehicle types and P&O Ferries also accept foot passengers. Pets can also be booked on this route.

Vehicles / Motorcycles: 60 mins before departure time. Foot Passengers: 90 mins before departure time. Dogs in Pet Lounge: 90 mins before departure time. You must ensure you arrive BEFORE these cut off times.

Nothing if travelling within 4hrs of booked sailing. Nothing if travelling within 4hrs of booked sailing. ^ If you arrive at the port more than 99hrs after your booked sailing, the applicable portion of your ticket will be void and a new single journey ticket will need to be purchased.

Yes, if you wish to enjoy our service and prices then you need to make a booking with us on our website. We do not offer an option for you to just turn up at the port. We would also always recommend that you make a booking in advance to guarantee space on a sailing.

The cross-Channel ferry operator fired 786 British crew on 17 March 2022 in order to replace them with low-paid agency staff. Although the firm admitted to breaking the law, it has continued to operate without sanction while undercutting rival operators on labour costs.

A former P&O Ferries chef is suing the company and its chief executive, claiming unfair dismissal, racial discrimination and harassment. John Lansdown is the only seafarer to take legal action after 800 staff were sacked without notice last month.

Every effort is made to maintain advertised schedules but sailing times can sometimes be disrupted due to technical, operational or weather related issues.

On a clear day, it is possible to see the opposite coastline of England from France and vice versa with the naked eye, with the most famous and obvious sight being the White Cliffs of Dover from the French coastline and shoreline buildings on both coastlines, as well as lights on either coastline at night, as in ...

Is the ferry from Dover to Calais rough? ›

Normally no. It's a quick crossing but there are times, during rough weather, where the ferries are unable to enter Dover harbour to dock.

For drivers in the UK, the ferry is usually slightly cheaper, but whichever option you choose, make sure to shop around for deals and book well ahead of time to get the best-value fares.

Do not worry if you arrive early, because if there is room on the next available sailing P&O will transfer your booking for you. Be aware that there is sometimes a charge for this if the sailing is in a different price band.

Buying your tickets at the ferry terminals in Calais or Dunkirk (a few minutes away) is just 'another lane' you have to go to and wait for. It would take about 30 minutes to a few hours extra. (peak-season) And the price will be €5 (DFDS) to €6 (P&O Ferries) more.

Check-In opens at 3pm on our Hull to Rotterdam route, with embarkation beginning at 5pm. Check-In closes 90 minutes before departure time for all. You must ensure you arrive BEFORE these cut off times. Please be advised these are the latest times you can arrive at Check-In AFTER security.

Along with her sister ship the Pride of Rotterdam, at 215 metres long the Pride of Hull is among the largest ferries in Europe. The Pride of Hull is certainly one of the biggest in terms of volume, with a gross tonnage of 59,925. But that doesn't stop her doing a top speed of 22 knots on the Hull to Rotterdam route.

How long is a ferry to France? How long your ferry to France is will depend on the route you choose to take. The shortest ferry crossing is the Dover to Calais ferry which on average takes approximately 90 minutes whilst the longest is just under 11 hours.

Many people ask 'how long is the ferry from Dover to Calais' and are delighted to hear it takes only 100 minutes. It's our fastest crossing and it gives you more time to explore Europe at your leisure.