Compare cheap ferries from every UK port.
Up-to-date prices and schedules from P&O, DFDS, Stena Line, Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries, Condor and more. France, Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and the Channel Islands — one search.
The UK's most-travelled ferry crossings
Pre-checked prices and operators for the busiest UK-international ferries.
Where are you sailing from?
Guides to every major UK ferry port — operators, routes, terminal directions and getting there.
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We show prices for the actual car + passenger combinations most British families travel with — not headline foot-passenger fares that quietly evaporate.
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Major UK ferry operators we cover
Common questions about ferry travel from the UK
What's the cheapest ferry from the UK to France?
For a car, the short Dover crossings to Calais and Dunkirk are usually the cheapest and most frequent way to France. If you live further west, Newhaven-Dieppe or the Portsmouth and Poole routes can work out cheaper once you count the drive to Kent. Fares change with the date, so compare your own dates in the search above.
How early should I book a ferry?
Book early for school holidays and summer weekends, when the most popular sailings fill first. Outside those times late booking is common: half of the 28 bookings made through CheapFerries between June and September 2026 were made 9 days or less before sailing.
Do I need a passport for ferries from the UK?
Yes — every international ferry from the UK requires a valid passport. For most EU countries you need at least three months' validity from your date of return. Check your passport before booking, and confirm operator-specific requirements on the operator's own pre-boarding page or gov.uk.
Can I take my dog on the ferry?
Yes, most major UK ferry operators carry pets — usually in your vehicle on the car deck, with limited pet-friendly cabins on overnight routes. You'll need an animal health certificate (AHC) for travel from GB to the EU. Check your operator's pet travel page before booking.
Are ferries cheaper than the Eurotunnel?
It depends on your dates and vehicle, so compare both. The Dover-Calais ferry takes about 90 minutes; Eurotunnel's Le Shuttle crossing takes about 35 minutes. For motorhomes, caravans and larger vehicles, check each operator's size limits and fares before you choose.
How do I get the best ferry price?
Travel midweek where you can, book early for school holidays and summer weekends, and compare nearby routes (Dover-Dunkirk instead of Calais, or Newhaven-Dieppe instead of Dover) if your plans are flexible. Enter your vehicle's real size, including roof boxes, bike racks and trailers, because the fare depends on it.
What's the longest ferry from the UK?
Brittany Ferries' crossings from Portsmouth and Plymouth to northern Spain (Bilbao and Santander) are the longest scheduled passenger ferries from the UK, sailing across the Bay of Biscay for roughly a day. Check the timetable for your date, as the exact crossing time varies by ship and route.