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Dover to Calais with Irish Ferries

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You can book a maximum number of 9 passengers. For bookings of over 9 passengers, please call us on +44 (0)3717 300 400 or +353 (0) 818 300 400.

 
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You can book a maximum number of 9 passengers. For bookings of over 9 passengers, please call us on +44 (0)3717 300 400 or +353 (0) 818 300 400.

 
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    We accept bookings for vans used for non-commercial purposes up to 6m long and 2.6m high. Any van or vehicle, regardless of size, carrying goods or equipment for commercial purposes, should book through our Freight Commercial Team. In the event of an incorrect disclosure, Irish Ferries reserve the right to re-price the booking and collect any excess, including VAT, at check-in.

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    We accept bookings for vans used for non-commercial purposes up to 6m long and 2.6m high. Any van or vehicle, regardless of size, carrying goods or equipment for commercial purposes, should book through our Freight Commercial Team. In the event of an incorrect disclosure, Irish Ferries reserve the right to re-price the booking and collect any excess, including VAT, at check-in.

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Hop across to France
 

With more sailings than ever before now is the perfect time to sail to France with Irish Ferries. We offer the best choice of ships and sailing times with the same great service you love. You'll be in France in no time, exploring rugged coastlines, sampling the best of French cuisine, picking up some great wine deals or just relaxing on a golden sandy beach.

 

For extra PEACE OF MIND, we're offering added flexibility when you book with our new Flexi fare. That's FREE amendments and favourable cancellation terms right up to 48 hours before you travel, whatever the reason.

 

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Irish Ferries - Sea Travel Differently

Same day return from £68
 

Same Day Return: Terms & Conditions: Car and pax from £68 return Mon - Thurs (Fri-Sun £76).Book at least 24 hours prior to departure and by 16 October. Travel to be completed by the 20 October. Return travel must be made on a sailing the same day as outward travel. Travel must be completed as booked and within the maximum duration of the fare booked. If not, your return journey will be void, and a new booking must be made. There is no refund on any un-used portion of your booking, nor can any payment be transferred to a new booking. Terms and Conditions of booking and travel apply. Promotional and Sale fares may attract special terms & conditions for amendments / cancellations. Subject to availability. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Irish Ferries reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time.

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3 day short break from £98 return
 

3 Day Return: Terms & Conditions: Car and pax from £98 return Mon - Sun. Book at least 24 hours prior to departure and by 16 October. Travel to be completed by the 20 October. Return within a maximum of 3 days of arrival. Travel must be completed as booked and within the maximum duration of the fare booked. If not, your return journey will be void, and a new booking must be made. There is no refund on any un-used portion of your booking, nor can any payment be transferred to a new booking. Terms and Conditions of booking and travel apply. Promotional and Sale fares may attract special terms & conditions for amendments / cancellations. Subject to availability. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Irish Ferries reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time.

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5 day short break from £128 

5 Day Return: Terms & Conditions: Car and pax from £128 return Mon - Sun. Book at least 24 hours prior to departure and by 16 October. Travel to be completed by the 20 October. Return within a maximum of 5 days of arrival. Travel must be completed as booked and within the maximum duration of the fare booked. If not, your return journey will be void, and a new booking must be made. There is no refund on any un-used portion of your booking, nor can any payment be transferred to a new booking. Terms and Conditions of booking and travel apply. Promotional and Sale fares may attract special terms & conditions for amendments / cancellations. Subject to availability. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Irish Ferries reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time.

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Dover - Calais from £62 one way
 

Terms & Conditions: Car and pax from £62 one way. Fare available 1st  to 19th October on selected sailings. Terms and Conditions of booking and travel apply. Promotional and Sale fares may attract special terms & conditions for amendments / cancellations. Subject to availability. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Irish Ferries reserve the right to withdraw this offer at any time.

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Rugby World Cup 2023
 

The Rugby World Cup is here. Take the gang, and your car or campervan for an epic road trip and follow England, Scotland and Wales as they take on the best teams in the World in their bid for World Cup glory.

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Allez en France
 

Taking your car to France with Irish Ferries is the start to the perfect adventure.

Go anywhere you like, at your own pace, and discover the glorious French countryside: from the Pas-de-Calais, the whole of France is your playground. Wander around Normandy and Brittany. Paris is a couple of hours away and so is EuroDisney. Or go further and explore the lowlands because Calais really is the gateway to Europe.

If you’re feeling adventurous, head for the South of France and the Mediterranean or even Spain or Italy. There are thousands of wonderful hotels and campsites, AirBnBs, guesthouses, gites and villas, little villages, bustling towns, attractions and stunning countryside waiting for you and your family and friends to discover.

Why bring the car to France?
 

When you take the car, caravan or motorhome to France you gain so much freedom and independence. Think about having no luggage limits for a start, and a finish: you can bring back practically everything you can carry! Taking the car means the whole family can come with you and you can all travel together, wherever you want, because you’re in charge of your own adventure. And now duty-free is back too taking your car will help a lot when you see the generous personal allowance available when you go to France and return home again. Finally, there’s the relaxed freedom and space you find on and Irish Ferries ship – walk around, eat, get fresh air and arrive relaxed and ready to explore. Don’t forget you can upgrade to our Club Class for a little bit more luxury.

Why choose Irish Ferries?
 

Take the ferry to France with Irish Ferries and try something different. You’ll be very glad you did because we’re taking everything we have learned on all our other routes and bringing it all to our new UK to France ferry service. Irish Ferries is a well-established name and our warm welcome, flexibility and service excellence has helped go from strength to strength. Even before you come aboard we try to exceed your expectations and do sea travel differently. Try us and see for yourself.

Ships on this route

  • Isle of Inishmore
  • Isle of Innisfree
  • Isle of Inisheer

Travel in style on "Isle of Inishmore"
Dover to Calais

Here you will discover a range of environments in which to relax and enjoy the journey. Try the Club Class lounge or if you need your own space you could book a cabin for the trip.

What's onboard

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Experience "Isle of Innisfree"
Dover to Calais

Welcome aboard the Isle of Innisfree. Take time to relax on this short voyage, use your generous Duty Free allowance to the full with some retail therapy or enjoy a wide choice of freshly made food and snacks to order.

What's onboard

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Welcome aboard the “Isle of Inisheer”

Take time to relax on this short trip between Dover and Calais. Enjoy a choice of lounges Use your generous duty free allowance in The Shop on deck 7 and remember, you can now order in advance and collect your bargains onboard, with our new ‘Click & Collect’ service. And prepare for your onward journey with a wide choice of freshly made to order food and snacks in Boylan’s Brasserie and Café Lafayette.

What's onboard

  • 360 Tour
  • Panoramic views
  • Reception
  • The Shop
  • Freight Driver's Club
  • O'Flaherty's Bar
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Things to do in Calais

Ferry to France –
Sea travel Differently with our new Dover to Calais route
 

Enjoy the freedom of travelling with your car, take as much luggage as you need, and you can even bring your pet. Once onboard you can enjoy the freedom and space that only a ferry can offer, from strolling on the deck in the sunshine to having some personal space in our premium Club Class Lounge. Taking your car, campervan or caravan allows you to choose your own adventure and it’s easier to go off the beaten track when you bring your bikes with you. The newly re-introduced generous Duty-Free allowances means that you can bring back more gifts and presents and its even easier if you use our Click ‘n’ Collect service before your sailing. France is the perfect destination for your next holiday – enjoy a romantic holiday to Normandy, soak up the sun and the culture or go to Brittany for a sun filled, fun family holiday. Paris and EuroDisney are just a short three-hour drive from Calais so you can make the most of your holiday. Want a more relaxed holiday? No problem, take your car and explore Pas de Calais, the beaches of Normandy, Brittany or scenic and historic rural France. Create family memories that last a lifetime by having a camping or caravanning holiday in one of the numerous campsites throughout the French country or seaside. Calais is the perfect gateway to Europe and is the perfect starting point to visit the lowlands, take the scenic route to the South of France or Mediterranean. Choose from up to 15 ferry crossings daily on the Isle of Inishmore.

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Exploring Calais
 

Take a day trip with a difference and cruise over to Calais from Dover on the short sea crossing with Irish Ferries. Enjoy breakfast on board before you spend the day exploring what Calais has to offer before heading home to the White Cliffs of Dover, not forgetting to use your generous on board Duty-Free allowance, for your convenience you can even Click ‘n’ Collect , this day trip practically pays for itself.

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