France
P&O Ferries/DFDS
The Dover–Calais Channel ferries
Dover, England / Copenhagen, Denmark
Photo: P&O Pioneer leaving Calais — Davy-62 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 0
- Routes
- 2
- Ports
P&O Ferries/DFDS is the Dover–Calais Channel ferries and based in Dover, England / Copenhagen, Denmark. It operates 0 ferry routes serving 2 ports in France.
Timetables
Which routes does P&O Ferries/DFDS operate?
0 routes with live schedules.
No routes listed yet.
Network
Where does P&O Ferries/DFDS sail?
P&O Ferries/DFDS sails to 2 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Ro-pax ferries
- Very frequent sailings
- Freight & vehicle decks
- Onboard lounges & shops
- Dover–Calais served by both P&O Ferries and DFDS
- One of the busiest ferry crossings in the world
- About 90 minutes across the Strait of Dover
- P&O's new hybrid ships Pioneer and Liberté (2023)
- Frequent day-and-night sailings competing with the Channel Tunnel
About
About P&O Ferries/DFDS
P&O Ferries and DFDS are the two big operators on the Dover–Calais ferry crossing, the short-sea link between England and France across the Strait of Dover. Between them they run frequent sailings all day and night, carrying cars, coaches, freight lorries and foot passengers.
Dover to Calais
The crossing between Dover and Calais is one of the busiest ferry routes in the world, just 34 kilometres across the Channel and taking around 90 minutes. With both P&O and DFDS operating multiple ships, departures run very frequently — a rolling shuttle competing with the Channel Tunnel below.
Fleet and fares
P&O Ferries — owned by DP World — runs new hybrid double-ended ships, the P&O Pioneer and P&O Liberté (2023), among the largest double-ended ferries in the world, alongside the Spirit of France; DFDS, the long-established Danish operator, runs its own ro-pax fleet on the route. Fares are in pounds and euros and vary by season and how far ahead you book.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where does P&O Ferries/DFDS sail?
P&O Ferries/DFDS operates 0 ferry routes and serves 2 ports in France, including Calais, Dover/Douvres.
Can I take a car on P&O Ferries/DFDS ferries?
Yes — P&O Ferries/DFDS operates vehicle-carrying ferries on some routes. Book vehicle space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific crossing for size limits.
What facilities are available on P&O Ferries/DFDS ferries?
P&O Ferries/DFDS ferries typically offer Ro-pax ferries, Very frequent sailings, Freight & vehicle decks, Onboard lounges & shops. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a P&O Ferries/DFDS ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a P&O Ferries/DFDS departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with P&O Ferries/DFDS.
How do I find P&O Ferries/DFDS ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every P&O Ferries/DFDS route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with P&O Ferries/DFDS before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
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