Brittany Ferries · 5h 20m
Dover to Boulogne Ferry
Compare every Dover to Boulogne sailing. From £35.44 one way, 4 times a day, crossing in about 5h 20m.
- 5h 20m crossing
- 29 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Dover to Boulogne sailings on Saturday 31 October
4 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
Foot passenger
Foot passenger
★ Cheapest
About the Dover to Boulogne ferry
Sailing from Dover to Boulogne takes around 5h 20m. Brittany Ferries runs the route 4 times a day, and fares start from £35.44. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £35.44 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.
Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.
Dover to Boulogne ferry timetable
There are around 29 sailings a week on this route, 4 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Dover and Boulogne are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover – Boulogne | Brittany Ferries | 5h 20m | 29 | £35.44 | £125.57 | Yes |
| Dover – Calais | DFDS Seaways, Irish Ferries and P&O Ferries | 1h 30m | 175 | £22.93 | £161.00 | Yes |
| Dover – Dunkerque | Brittany Ferries | 2h | 28 | £34.36 | £120.20 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Dover to Boulogne?
One-way fares start at £35.44. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £125.57. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.
Which operators sail this route?
Brittany Ferries operates the Dover – Boulogne crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Dover to Boulogne ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.
Getting to Dover
Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Dover port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Boulogne guide for the other end.
Dover to Boulogne ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Dover to Boulogne?
The Dover to Boulogne ferry takes approximately 5h 20m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Dover to Boulogne?
One-way fares start from £35.44. The average booking on this route comes to around £125.57 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Dover to Boulogne?
Brittany Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Dover to Boulogne ferry run?
There are around 29 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 4 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Dover to Boulogne ferry?
Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.
What is the cheapest day to sail from Dover to Boulogne?
Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.
How far in advance should I book?
Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.
Do I need a passport for the Dover to Boulogne ferry?
Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.
Alternative crossings
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