Time to Relax
Relaxing Onboard - Dover to Dunkirk
Ferry travel is a comfortable and relaxing way to travel compared to flying. No long queues, no fastening your seatbelts and plenty of space to relax. Both the Dover and Dunkirk routes have quiet areas where you can enjoy the short journey taking in the sea views or for a more luxurious experience, why not upgrade to the Premium Lounge?
Premium Lounge
For an extra special crossing, why not treat yourself and upgrade to our exclusive Premium Lounge? This all-inclusive, luxurious private lounge is open 24 hours a day and is available for all ages.
You'll enjoy:
- Selection of prosecco, red wine and white wine
- Branded spirits (e.g. Jack Daniel’s, Grey Goose)
- Sandwiches, baguettes, and hot rolls
- Sweet & savoury snacks including fresh fruit
- A selection of premium teas and coffee
- A selection of soft drinks
Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free food options available Refreshments and snacks subject to availability
Onboard Experience
Duty Free Shopping at Sea
Wave goodbye to mainland prices and browse big brands in our onboard shop. With regular offers on cosmetics, perfume, confectionery and alcohol, you’ll find a great deal on your crossing to Dunkirk.
Restaurants
With Harry Ramsden’s Fish and Chips and vegetarian options always on the menu as well as cooked breakfasts and light bites, there is something for everyone. Please note, 7 Seas Restaurant and Lighthouse Café are open 24/7 and Horizon is open from April to August, plus UK school holidays throughout the year.
Stay Connected
Our free and fast on-board WiFi keeps you connected onboard. Our long-range directional WiFi provides a more reliable and enhanced browsing experience to the often slower satellite WiFi which is used by many other ferry companies.
Family Fun
Pirates’ Island play area is a great place for children to spend time during the crossing and our onboard app, Jack’s Treasure Hunt will keep them busy around the ship as they try to find Jack’s treasure.
Ship Overview
The modern vessels on our Dover to Dunkirk route boast excellent facilities to keep everyone entertained as they sail. Find out more here.
Priority Boarding
Start your holiday sooner with Priority Boarding, for just £10 per car, which allows you to be one of the first to board and disembark. Avoid potential queues, drive onboard and spend a relaxing crossing looking forward to your trip.
Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator
We are also proud to announce that we have been nominated as Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2026 and this amazing journey continues, first and foremost, thanks to you.
To our loyal passengers who put their trust in us, our valued partners and our hard-working colleagues: this nomination is also yours. You are the heart of DFDS and today, we’d like to say THANK YOU.
Let's continue to create beautiful memories and cross the finish line together.
Prices are subject to availability. Telephone booking fees apply. Terms and conditions apply.