Press Release. The Newcastle Amsterdam service will continue to operate for those travelling on a transport booking with their vehicles or as foot passengers and bookings will remain available. Passenger capacity will be reduced to 50% on DFDS sailings from Dover to Calais and Dunkirk and Newhaven to Dieppe.

Can I travel as a foot passenger Dover to Calais? We are very pleased to be welcoming foot passengers back on board our popular Dover to Calais route during 2022. With France being just a 90 minute sailing away and Calais having great bus and rail connections, travelling as a foot passenger doesn’t mean you have to miss out on exploring!

Then, Is DFDS refundable? On our Channel routes reservations are totally refundable with our flexible tickets, if cancelled 48 hours or more before departure (on written request to Customer Service email).

How long before ferry departure should I arrive DFDS? 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.

FAQ

What if I miss my ferry DFDS?

If you missed your sailing, you have no claim for refund or credits of the amount paid for the trip. 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.

Why are there no foot passengers on Brittany Ferries? Brittany Ferries joins other cross-Channel carriers in policy of only allowing passengers travelling in a vehicle to board. Brittany Ferries has confirmed that foot passengers and cyclists will not be able to travel on its ferries this summer due to anti-coronavirus measures it has had to introduce.

How do I get from Dover to Calais without a car? The best way to get from Calais to Dover without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €7 – €10. How long does it take to get from Calais to Dover? It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Calais to Dover, including transfers.

Do you need a passport to go from Dover to Calais? It is compulsory for all passengers (including babies) to have their own valid passport or officially recognised European Union I.D. card when travelling to and from Britain or France. In some cases, a visa may also be required.

Are DFDS taking bookings?

You can buy tickets online even on the day of departure at least 7 hours before the ferry leaves. You can buy tickets for all DFDS routes and pay by credit card or via electronic banking system no later than 1 day before the departure date.

Can you get a refund on ferry tickets? Once you have canceled your booking you will get a refund, which is provided by the ferry company(ies) you had booked your trip with. You will be refunded with the maximum amount possible according to the remaining time between your cancellation and the departure date. Service fees, if applicable, are also refundable.

Can I cancel my ferry ticket?

Yes. To can cancel your booking please use the Manage my booking facility.

How long is the ferry journey from Newhaven to Dieppe? Ferries from Newhaven to Dieppe provide the perfect route from the UK to the heart of northern France and bookings are now open for 2022. We’re the only cross-channel ferry operator to offer this route and our multiple daily crossings take just 4 hours, so you can enjoy a relaxing journey with great onboard facilities.

Do ferries check bags?

Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

How do I contact DFDS at the weekend?

For sailings between Copenhagen and Oslo, Karlshamn and Klaipeda, Kiel and Klaipeda, Kapellskär and Paldiski. Calls cost 13p per minute plus your telephone company’s access charge.

Opening hours:

Query Telephone Email
Already booked? 0344 848 6090 travel.sales@dfds.com

Can you take your own food on DFDS ferry? No, you are not allowed to bring your own food or beverage on board.

What is the postcode for Dover ferry terminal? 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.

Are foot passengers allowed on P and O Ferries?

P&O Ferries is once again accepting foot passengers for its Dover-Calais sailings. Foot passengers were last accepted many months ago, as europebyrail.eu reported. Of course this way of reaching France would suit only the intrepid reader.

Is Brittany Ferries taking foot passengers? Brittany Ferries introduced a blanket ban on all foot passengers last summer. But there we have better news as the ferry operator has informed us that booking for passengers travelling without vehicles on the Western Channel routes have now reopened for journeys on or after 22 March.

Can you walk on Brittany Ferries?

To book as a foot passenger on our website, please choose the ‘on foot’ option under ‘How are you travelling? ‘ on step 1 of our booking process. If the ‘on foot’ option is not displayed, this means that there is no foot passenger space left for your chosen departure. Please try an alternative sailing.

Can you see France from the white cliffs of Dover? You can see France from England in Dover town in South East England. It is necessary to go to the top of the cliffs of Dover on a clear day. France is on the opposite side of the Cliffs, with the Strait of Dover separating the two countries.

What’s the shortest distance between England and France?

The shortest distance in a straight line from England to France is 21 miles.

How much is the car ferry from Dover to Calais? Car search

Duration 1h 30m
Distance 43 km
Average price €30
Frequency 15/day

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