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Get from Dover to Dunkirk
The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just R 2 398, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Dover and Dunkirk?
Dover
- A
Dover Coach Stop, Eastern Docks
53 George St, Dover, Kent CT17 0EG, UK - B
Foot Passenger Terminal
N Exit Rd, Dover CT16, UK - C
Dover Central Travel
Eastern Docks, Dover CT16, UK
Dunkirk
- A
DFDS Terminal
Route du petit Denna, Port 5625, 59279 Loon-Plage, France
Ferry Companies
A good way to travel this route is with DFDS Seaways. The company offers 9 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at R 2 398 and the shortest trip taking about 120. DFDS Seaways gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dover to Dunkirk by ferry
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much does a ferry ticket from Dover to Dunkirk cost?
The cheapest ferry tickets from Dover to Dunkirk start from R 2 398. The average price for this ferry route is around R 2 735. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ferry journey from Dover to Dunkirk?
The average ferry journey time from Dover to Dunkirk is 2h, covering a distance of 62 km. The fastest ferry can get you there in 2h and is operated by DFDS Seaways.
Which ferry companies operate the Dover to Dunkirk route?
According to Busbud, several major ferry companies operate on this route with 9 ferries available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the ferry from Dover to Dunkirk?
The earliest ferry from Dover to Dunkirk departs at 02:00. And the latest ferry departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the ferry journey from Dover to Dunkirk?
A ferry journey from Dover to Dunkirk produces an estimated 13.9 kg of CO₂.
Find the cheapest prices for ferries
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dover to Dunkirk was searched and found on 28 Jun 2026 with a price of R 2 398To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your ferry tickets from Dover to Dunkirk, as early as possible.
Based on the last 2 days, you can expect to pay between R 2 398 and R 3 622 for a ferry ticket from Dover to Dunkirk. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at R 2 398 on 2026-06-28.
