Three days in northern France with the car comes in at £119 return on DFDS. That covers up to four people, and it is £79 less than buying two of DFDS’s £99 one-way crossings.
The fare is for a standard car on a Dover to Calais or Dunkirk return, with up to three days between the crossings. It is a lovely excuse for a proper change of scene without turning the ferry fare into the expensive bit.
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DFDS says the lead price includes the ETS charge. You can book until 28 December for travel by 31 December 2026, subject to availability. Dover-France sailings are vehicle-only, so this is one for drivers rather than foot passengers.
How to book
Book direct with DFDS. Choose the three-day short break, enter your vehicle and passenger details, then check the final sailing times and fare before you pay.
Deal FAQs
What does the £119 DFDS fare cover?
It is a return fare for a standard car and up to four people on the Dover-France route. DFDS says its lead fare includes the ETS charge.
Where can you go with the three-day break?
DFDS lists Dover to Calais and Dover to Dunkirk for this offer. Both routes are for vehicles, not foot passengers.
When can you travel?
Book by 28 December and travel by 31 December 2026. The £119 lead fare is subject to availability.
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