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Can you take an earlier ferry with DFDS?

Yes - Travel up to 72hrs before/after your booked crossing time. Yes - Cancel up to 48hrs before your booking crossing time.



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Usually, the ticket that you purchase is only valid for the crossing you have booked. Some ferry companies allow you to change your departure time at the port, but this usually only happens if multiple ferry sailings are available per day.

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Changes in the route, date, time, passenger numbers or vehicle type for non promotional fares will result in any increase in price from the original fare and the fare applicable on the day you make the amendment being charged plus an amendment fee. Flexi fares are available on our Dover-Dunkirk & Calais routes.

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If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.

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Take A Picnic DFDS state that you are allowed to take your own food and soft drinks on board to be consumed in your cabin (no alcohol).

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Plan to be aboard your ferry as a walk-on passenger at least five minutes in advance of the sailing.

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That said, some ferries sell out, or require you to reserve a spot in advance (especially if you bring a vehicle). Tickets are often more expensive when purchased at the last minute, so by planning ahead and buying your tickets online you can likely save some money.

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MS Herald of Free Enterprise was a roll-on/roll-off (RORO) ferry which capsized moments after leaving the Belgian port of Zeebrugge on the night of 6 March 1987, killing 193 passengers and crew.

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Philippine ferry was overloaded when it flipped over, leaving 27 dead, official says. MANILA, Philippines -- The skipper of a Philippine ferry which flipped over in a lake in an accident that killed 27 passengers decided to sail despite knowing that his boat was filled beyond capacity, the coast guard chief said Friday ...

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Sail with DFDS from Dover to France and you'll receive a free meal onboard as part of your booking. To claim your free meal, head to the '7 Seas' restaurant onboard, where you'll be able to take in spectacular sea views and choose from a tasty selection of hearty dishes.

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Booking your ferry tickets in advance means that you will not have to worry about availability, which can become very limited as the departure date approaches.

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Changes to your booked vehicle length, sailing date and time can be made by accessing your account online or by contacting our Customer Service Centre at 1-888-BC FERRY (1-888-223-3779 Ext.

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