Dover Priory is the nearest train station to Dover ferry Terminals, just over 1 mile away, with High-Speed 1 (HS1) train services to London in just over one hour. You can walk from the station to Passenger Terminal in about 25 minutes.
How long before ferry departure should I arrive Dover?
60 to 90 minutes
We advise you to be at the port 60 to 90 minutes before departure. In high season and during the holidays, we recommend that before departure at least 90 minutes. The crossing via Dover to Dunkirk has 12 sailings per day. From Calais towards Dover there are 10 sailings per day.
Where do you get the ferry to Dover?
Dover’s Ferry Terminal is situated to the east of the town at the Eastern Docks. Dover Port can be easily reached by foot, bus or taxi from Dover Priory Station. Services operate from London Victoria or London Charing Cross to Dover Priory Station.
How do you get to Dover cruise port?
The fastest option are the Dover train services, faster than a taxi. Several trains an hour run along three separate routes between Dover’s Priory Station and around 5 major train stations in Central London. The fastest trains by far run between London St Pancras and Dover.
How often do ferries leave Dover?
every 30 minutes
Ferry crossings are on offer 24 hours a day, 364 days a year, with a departure on average every 30 minutes when taken across all operator schedules. There are three ferry operators running ships from Dover; P&O Ferr, DFDS and Irish Ferries.
How early should I be for my ferry?
If you are travelling with a vehicle and you already have your tickets, we recommend arriving at the port at least 1 hour before your ferry’s departure time.
How early should I arrive for my ferry?
Checking in
You’ll need to arrive between an hour and 30 minutes before your scheduled sailing time.
Can I just turn up at Dover and get a ferry?
You can just turn up of course. However, you may well end up paying a premium amount of £££ for your last-minute crossing, just like lo cost plane co’s, crossing fares get more expensive, the later you leave it.
What station is Dover port?
Dover Priory
Dover Priory is the nearest train station to Dover ferry Terminals, just over 1 mile away, with High-Speed 1 (HS1) train services to London in just over one hour. You can walk from the station to Passenger Terminal in about 25 minutes.
How far is it from Dover to Calais on the ferry?
around 27 nautical miles
The distance between the port of Dover in the UK and the port of Calais in France is around 27 nautical miles (approximately 50 km).
Where do cruise ships leave from in Dover?
the Western Docks
Dover Cruise Terminals are conveniently situated just off the A20 at the Western Docks and are clearly signposted. Car parking is available at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Both the M20/A20 and M2/A2 roads link to the M25 London Orbital Motorway. The postcode for Dover cruise port is CT17 9DQ.
How many terminals does Dover have?
The Port of Dover has two impressive state-of-the-art terminals that between them can accommodate up to three ships at once.
How long is the ferry journey from Dover to Calais?
Many people ask ‘how long is the ferry from Dover to Calais’ and are delighted to hear it takes only 100 minutes.
What happens if you miss your ferry Dover?
On our English Channel services, if you miss your ferry crossing for any reason, you can transfer free of charge (subject to availability) to the sailing directly after your original booked crossing time. If you have purchased a Flexi ticket this transfer window is extended to 72 hours.
How long is the train journey from Dover to Calais?
Dover to Calais train information
The average journey time from Dover to Calais is 2h10m to cover the 27 miles. Fares can change quickly.
What is cheaper ferry or Eurotunnel?
Generally speaking 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.
Where is the best place to sit on a ferry?
Typically the middle of the boat is the most stable with the least motion. And if possible, sit as close to water level as you can, the higher above the water you are the more movement you’ll feel.
Can you take your own food on a ferry?
Passengers are permitted to bring their own food and drink onboard and consume it during the sailing, however alcohol may not be brought onboard any of our vessels for consumption during your crossing.
Should I print my ferry ticket?
If you do not print your tickets, or print them double sided, your check-in and boarding of the ship will be delayed while you visit the port office and staff print replacement tickets.
Do your bags get checked on a ferry?
Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.
How many bags can you bring on the ferry?
2
Passengers are limited to: (2) pieces of carry-on personal luggage (limit of 30 lb.