What happens if I miss my ferry time?

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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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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Travelers can take most food items on the ferry to France as long as they are for personal consumption and do not exceed the allowed quantities. However, it is important to check the latest food import regulations to ensure that the items you plan to bring are allowed.

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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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What time shall I arrive to board the ferry? P&O Ferries advise that if you travelling by car, to arrive at the port 30 minutes before the ferry is due to leave. If you are making the trip by foot, they advise travellers to arrive 45 minutes before.

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P&O Ferries advise that if you travelling by car, to arrive at the port 30 minutes before the ferry is due to leave. If you are making the trip by foot, they advise travellers to arrive 45 minutes before.

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If you need to move your sailing date forward or postpone your trip for any reason, we will not charge you an amendment fee*, and you will only need to pay any fare difference. In the unfortunate case that you're not able to travel and need to cancel your booking altogether, we will not charge you a cancellation fee.

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Passengers are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages on or off a vessel except for beverages that they are transporting as personal baggage in unopened containers, which may not be opened while the vessel is underway.

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The form of ID you'll need to travel on a ferry depends on the route and your nationality. On most international routes, you will need your passport to check-in. However, there are exceptions to this.

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