🚢 Operator Guide · P&O Ferries

P&O Ferries Calais Dover –
12× Daily, 90 Min

P&O Ferries offers the highest frequency on Calais–Dover: up to 12 crossings daily. New P&O Liberté (2023, 230m). Live prices from approx. £55/person with car.

12×Daily crossings
90 minCrossing time
from £55Per person with car
2023P&O Liberté – newest ship
🇬🇧 British operator🍽 Restaurant, bar, duty-free🐾 Pets allowed🎟 Flexi-tickets available
🔍 Live prices
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* Live prices. For 2 adults + 1 car. Prices may vary – confirm at booking.

The P&O Liberté

Newest ship: P&O Liberté (2023)

The P&O Liberté entered service in 2023 and is one of the most modern short-sea ferries in the world. At 230 metres long with capacity for over 1,500 passengers, it offers multiple restaurants, a generous bar, duty-free shopping and spacious open decks. P&O also operates the Spirit of France and Spirit of Britain (approx. 213m each) on the route.

✅ Up to 12 crossings daily – the highest frequency

First departure around 01:45, last around 22:00. If you have flexible travel times, P&O gives you the most options to choose from.

💡 Best prices: early morning or late night

Crossings before 06:00 or after 20:00 are typically 30–40% cheaper than daytime departures. Tuesday and Wednesday are the cheapest days – avoid Friday evenings and Sundays.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

P&O Ferries operates up to 12 crossings daily on Calais–Dover – the highest frequency of all three operators. First departure around 01:45, last around 22:00.
The P&O Liberté entered service in 2023. At 230 metres and capacity for 1,500+ passengers, it's one of the most modern ferries on the Channel. Multiple restaurants, bar, duty-free and spacious open decks.
A P&O Flexi-Ticket allows free rescheduling to any other departure. It costs approx. 30–40% more than a Standard ticket. Only worth it if your schedule is genuinely uncertain – for fixed holiday dates, Standard is almost always better value.
No – P&O Ferries has no height restriction for motorhomes, unlike the Eurotunnel (max. 2.55m). Enter vehicle dimensions (length, height, weight) exactly when booking.
At least 60–90 minutes before departure. In July/August allow 90–120 minutes. Both French and UK border checks are completed before boarding.

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Up to 12 daily · P&O Liberté (2023) · Live prices from £55/person.

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