Ferries from the UK to France
Reaching France by ferry comes down to where you start and where you’re headed. The short Dover crossings are quickest for the north and Paris, while Portsmouth, Poole and Plymouth open up Normandy and Brittany with far less driving. This guide compares every route so you can match the crossing to your trip rather than the other way round.
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Our experience
We have sailed Dover–Calais with every operator on the route. P&O Ferries stood out for us: competitive fares, modern ships and plenty of clean, comfortable space inside and out on deck. For most travellers heading to France, it’s usually the quickest and best-value way across.
Ferry services from the UK to France
P&O Ferries, DFDS, Irish Ferries and Brittany Ferries sail the various crossings between England and France.
Still weighing up your options?
We have crossed the Channel to France more times than we can count, on most of the routes and with most of the operators. Tell us where you are starting and we will point you to the smartest way across.
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