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Day Trips to France from Dover – The Complete Guide 2025/2026
Planning a quick French getaway without the need for a hotel stay? Whether you’re stocking up on wine, hitting the beach, or enjoying an al fresco lunch, day trips to France from Dover are easier than you might think. Having taken multiple day trips to France over the years we’ve learnt how to make the most of a single day across the Channel. This guide will help you through everything you need to plan a smooth, affordable, and memorable adventure. Why Take Day Trips to France from Dover? Fast crossings – Dover to Calais in 90 minutes, Dunkirk in 120 minutes and Eurotunnel just 35 minutes Flexible options – Drive your own car or go as a foot passenger Low cost – Especially during off-peak and midweek sailings Plenty to do – Seaside, shopping, markets, wine, food, and history Quick Dover to France Day Trip Price Comparison Day Trips to France Current Prices Ferry Company Current Price Book P&O Ferries £45 return Book Now DFDS Seaways £45 return Book Now Irish Ferries £44 return Book Now Eurotunnel £59 each way (£118 return) Book Now *Prices are based on typical low-season 2025. Subject to change — check live availability for your […]
Where is Dover Ferry Port?
Where is Dover Ferry Port? Have you ever wondered, Where is Dover Ferry Port? Dover Ferry Port is 1.5 miles from Dover town centre and is located at the Eastern Docks, CT16 1JA. Where is Dover? Dover is a town in Kent which is located in the South East of England. The town is a major UK ferry port and lies at the shortest distance between France and England along the English Channel. The ferry routes operating from Dover include Dover to Calais and Dover to Dunkirk. How to Get to Dover Ferry Port Dover ferry port is extremely easy to reach by car, foot, bicycle, train or bus from the majority of destinations. Getting there by Car To reach the ports by car there are two popular road routes. Firstly from the M20 simply stay on the M20 and when you get to Folkestone continue along the A20 to Dover. The A20 leads straight to the ferry terminal and the route is extremely well signposted. Secondly from the M2 you simply drive towards Dover. Just after Faversham the M@ merges into the A2 where you can continue onto Dover ferry terminal. Again the route is well signposted. Parking at […]
Dover to Calais or Dover to Dunkirk Which is Better?
If you’re planning a trip across the Channel, deciding between the Dover to Calais or Dover to Dunkirk ferry routes is an important part of your journey.