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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dunkirk to London
Showing times and prices for Apr 02
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
21
Distance
182 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dunkirk to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunkirk to London will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Fast ferries
Of the 21 ferries that leave Dunkirk for London on Thu, Apr 02, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct ferries cover the 182 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
DFDS Seaways2:00 PM2h00Port of Dunkirk3:00 PMPort of Dover$341One-way0 transfers- DFDS Seaways4:00 PM2h00Port of Dunkirk5:00 PMPort of Dover$341One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways11:59 PM2h00Port of Dunkirk12:59 AMPort of Dover$341One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways4:00 AM2h00Port of Dunkirk5:00 AMPort of Dover$341One-way0 transfers
- DFDS Seaways8:00 PM2h00Port of Dunkirk9:00 PMPort of Dover$341One-way0 transfers
P&O Pioneer10:25 PM1h30Port of Calais10:55 PMPort of Dover$411One-way0 transfers- Spirit of France3:00 PM1h30Port of Calais3:30 PMPort of Dover$411One-way0 transfers
- P&O Liberte7:00 PM1h30Port of Calais7:30 PMPort of Dover$411One-way0 transfers
- P&O Pioneer6:15 AM1h30Port of Calais6:45 AMPort of Dover$411One-way0 transfers
- P&O Liberte1:40 AM1h30Port of Calais2:10 AMPort of Dover$411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Dunkirk to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunkirk to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $100.
Distance: 98 nautical miles (182 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $74 Average price |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Dunkirk to London Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:59AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Norfolk Line | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Live departures
Dunkirk to London ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dunkirk to London ferries for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DFDS Seaways | 4:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 6:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 5:00 PM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 6:30 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 8:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 8:25 PM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 9:55 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 9:59 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 11:59 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 11:40 PM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 1:10 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
| DFDS Seaways | 2:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 4:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Spirit of France | 2:30 AM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 4:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 4:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 6:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 4:15 AM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 5:45 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 6:00 AM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 7:30 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 6:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 8:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Spirit of France | 7:50 AM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 9:20 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 8:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 10:00 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 10:00 AM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 11:30 AM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 10:00 AM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 12:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Liberte | 11:20 AM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 12:50 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 12:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 2:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Spirit of France | 1:00 PM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 2:30 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| DFDS Seaways | 2:00 PM Port of Dunkirk | 2h00 | 4:00 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P&O Pioneer | 3:15 PM Port of Calais | 1h30 | 4:45 PM Port of Dover | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Dunkirk to London ferries with Omio?
DFDS as well as P&O Ferries or Norfolk Line offer ferries services from Dunkirk to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Dunkirk to London.
Why book with Omio vs DFDS?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for DFDS, but also compare tickets for the likes of P&O Ferries or Norfolk Line to find the best option for your trip from Dunkirk to London.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare DFDS with all available travel options, which are train, bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Dunkirk to London.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Dunkirk to London.
Offers and deals from Dunkirk to London
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Dunkirk to London and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by DFDS, P&O Ferries
Up to 50% off
Up to 50% off DFDS from Denmark to Norway
Book your DFDS ferries between Denmark and Norway in advance and get up to 50% off the cabin and vehicle fares on a wide selection of sailings between Copenhagen and Oslo until the 25th of September 2024.
Early Bird
Early bird tickets for Western France
Early bird deals for sailings to France with DFDS! Newhaver to Dieppe route bookings are open until January 2025 and you can get one-way tickets from £49* for two passengers and a standard car, when travelling between the 4th of January and the 30th of April 2024 or between the 1st of October and the 15th of December 2024. Travel with your tourist or camper van for the same price as with a car. You can also add a trailer or a caravan to your car for free!
Exclusive offers
Short break to France from £99 return
Discover the English Channel from just £99.
On the popular Dover - Calais and Dover - Dunkirk routes, when sailing until the 5th of January 2025:
• 3-day return tickets are from just £99 by booking by the 2nd of January 2025 (23h59)
• and 5-day return tickets are from £129 by booking by the 31st of December 2024 (23h59)
Up to 25% off
Northern Ireland with P&O Ferries: 25% off short stay
Northern Ireland trips with P&O Ferries just got cheaper for return passengers with 25% off your 28 hour return ticket on the Cairnryan - Larne route, when sailing until the 31st of December 2024. Valid until further notice.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Dunkirk to London
France
United Kingdom
Ferries from Dunkirk to London run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 32 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 98 nautical miles (182 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 216 sailings per week. Ferries from Dunkirk to London are available to foot passengers.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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Distance 98 nautical miles (182 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Ferries per day 32 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 216 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 12:05 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Ferry operators: DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line from Dunkirk to LondonYou can travel by ferry between Dunkirk to London with DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Norfolk Line
About
Norfolkline was a European ferry and logistics company owned by Maersk, operating passenger and freight services across the English Channel, Irish Sea, and North Sea. Established in 1961, it employed over 2,200 staff across 13 countries, managing 18 vessels and a substantial fleet of refrigerated and dry-cargo trailers. In 2006, Norfolkline served more than 1.5 million passengers and completed over 1.2 million freight movements. In July 2010, DFDS Seaways acquired Norfolkline, integrating its routes and vessels into their operations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Norfolk Line frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
No baggage restrictions.
Additional luggage
No baggage restrictions.
Luggage storage
No baggage restrictions.
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Free meal provided during the crossing.
Toilets
USB plugs
Bikes
Non-motorized bicycles are allowed on all ferries at no extra cost.
Pets
Pets are allowed on board.
Car on board
Motorbike
DFDS
About
DFDS is a Danish shipping and logistics company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and cargo across several routes in Europe. The company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Some of the routes operated by DFDS include crossings between Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the UK, and Holland.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be carried for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available with various dining options
Toilets
USB plugs
Pets
Small pets allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled in public areas.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply
P&O Ferries
About
P&O Ferries is a British shipping company, established in 2002 through mergers and acquisitions within P&O, and owned by Dubai-based DP World since 2019. It operates passenger and freight ferry services across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea. Key routes include Dover to Calais, Hull to Rotterdam, and Cairnryan to Larne. P&O Ferries offers a range of onboard facilities such as restaurants, bars, entertainment, and duty-free shopping. They also provide various ticket options and deals, including short breaks and offers for families.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
$37 (€30)
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Car on board
Motorbike
Standard motorcycle rates apply
FAQs: Ferry from Dunkirk to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunkirk to London by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Dunkirk to London can start from as little as $26 (€21) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Dunkirk to London is $40 (€32) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Dunkirk to London is 1h 30m to travel the 113 miles (182 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Dunkirk to London leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Dunkirk to London leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 32 direct ferries a day from Dunkirk to London with P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Dunkirk to London with DFDS
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Dunkirk to London is possible with DFDS.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Dunkirk to London is possible with with DFDS. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Dunkirk to London, you can count on DFDS, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Dunkirk and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to London from Dunkirk is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Dunkirk to London is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dunkirk and London including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Dunkirk to London
Dunkirk
London
Amenities at port
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
A16, Exit 62Wifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Le Grand Morien (0.9km)
- La Pataterie (0.8km)
- L'Edito (0.7km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Taxi Dunkerquois and Allo Taxi Dunkerque.
WC
- Free
Public transit options for Port of Dunkirk
- Bus Line C2, Stop: Gare Maritime
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