Car Hire Calais Ferry Port

Guide

Calais is the predominant port for crossing the English Channel, with over 60 crossings a day made by catamarans and ferries to the English port of Dover. The famous white cliffs can be seen from Calais on a clear day, and with the SeaFrance and P&O jumbo ferries, the trip to the cliffs can be made in just 75 minutes.

SeaFrance crosses the channel on the hour, seven days a week. The journey time on this ferry is 1 hour, 10 minutes aboard the SeaFrance Rodin vessel, and 1 hour, 30 minutes aboard all other ferries. Snacks and banking services are available onboard.

P&O Ferries provides space for 650 cars and over 2,000 passengers. Passengers should arrive at the dock 30 minutes before departure. With both ferry companies, disabled persons' access on the ships is very good.

Inside the Calais Ferry Port terminal you'll find shops, cafes, restaurants and a bureau de change. The terminal is located within the city centre, making the conveniences of the city easily accessible.

If you've made the journey without a car and wish to rent one, there are several options. One option is to arrange car hire at the kiosks in the terminal building when you arrive but this can be expensive and a car is not guaranteed to be available. The most convenient and cost-effective way is to compare and book car hire online in advance. This way a car is guaranteed and you simply collect your car and drive away.