Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to France?

Foot passengers and Cars on Ferries P&O customers can travel as a foot passenger from Dover to Calais between 9am and 7pm on selected sailings. Irish Ferries and DFDS do not currently permit foot passengers to travel on their ships. Traveling with a vehicle is permitted on all ferry companies that service this route.



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All foot passengers must check-in at the ticket counter prior to boarding, and proceed to the skywalk for screening. The screening process begins 45 minutes prior to departure, and concludes 30 minutes prior to departures.

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You can drive your car right onto the boat, or board as a foot passenger and simply walk on. The ferries run year-round and there are several sailings each day to and from each of the four main islands - Lopez, Orcas, San Juan, and Shaw.

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Foot passengers cannot transport firearms, ammunition or any other item considered to be a dangerous weapon, such as bows and arrows, knives (including chef's knives) swords etc, on board our vessels.

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You can't stay in your car for safety reasons. In case of an emergency, like a fire or a collision, you need to be able to evacuate the ship quickly. Most of the time, you need to join rafts located above the car deck.

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Typically towards the rear of the ferry is the most stable with the least motion. And if possible, sit as close to water level as you can, the higher above the water you are the more movement you'll feel.

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Generally speaking the ferry is usually slightly cheaper, but whichever option you choose, make sure to shop around for deals and book well ahead of time to get the best-value fares.

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If a vehicle is broken down onboard, the responsibility ultimately is with the owner of the vehicle. The ferry crew is under no obligation to re-start vehicles that have broken down.

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Cabins are available in two-bed (side by side) and four-bed (upper and lower) layouts. Features include: Linens, duvet, and pillow. Private washroom with shower, sink, and toilet.

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Can you take your own food onboard a Brittany Ferries Ferry. As long as you can carry it from your car to the main decks you can take your own food on board and this is a great option to save some money.

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They did last time.. In my experience the drinks on board Brittany Ferries were very cheap. They had a shop which sold Scotch cheaper than you could buy it in Scotland - the food was also reasonable and excellent. There is no problem drinking in your own alcohol in your cabin.

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Anyone who refuses a screening or inspection will not be allowed on board a ferry.

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