From England to France

When travelling from England to France, whether for vacation or business, you must choose between flying, taking the boat, or taking the train. On englandtofrance.co.uk, we examine the last two options:

Ferry Services

There are 10 ferry services to choose from, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Most ferries depart from Dover, as it offers the shortest crossing to France. However, there are great alternatives that take you much further south. Brittany Ferries, in particular, operates extensively on routes to Normandy and Brittany. These services can be booked as a day crossing, but you can also opt for an overnight crossing, allowing you to travel while you sleep. This can be especially convenient for travellers coming from the northern parts of the UK, providing a welcome overnight break on a longer journey.

Travelling via the Channel Tunnel

Besides ferry services, it is also possible to travel to France via the Channel Tunnel. This service departs from Folkestone and surfaces again in Calais. Passengers with cars and other means of transport can travel through the Chunnel on Le Shuttle trains, while foot passengers can opt for Eurostar trains.

• The Le Shuttle service stops in Calais, allowing travellers to continue by car.
• The Eurostar trains, which depart from London St Pancras International Station, go directly to Lille and Paris.

Three Main Regions Accessible by Ferry

From an English perspective, there are three main regions in France accessible by ferry:

• The westernmost region is Brittany
• Centrally located is Normandy
• In the northeast, the shortest crossing is to Hauts de France

Arriving in Specific Departments

Within these larger regions, various departments can be reached. Looking to travel to a specific department in France? Here is where the ferry services arrive: