Ferry Newhaven → Dieppe 🇬🇧🇫🇷
The Newhaven – Dieppe ferry links the Sussex coast to Normandy in around 4 h 15 with DFDS. It is the shortest direct crossing to Normandy from south-east England: you land at Dieppe, less than two hours' drive from Rouen and Paris, and skip the queues at Dover and Calais entirely. Up to three sailings a day, including an overnight crossing, let you bring a car, motorhome or motorbike, book a cabin to rest, and travel with your pets. Compare Newhaven – Dieppe schedules and fares, then book your ticket on VoilaFerry.
The Newhaven → Dieppe ferry route links United Kingdom and France. It is operated by DFDS, with a crossing time of around 4 h 15 (up to 3 departures a day). Fares start from €47 per person, vehicle extra. On VoilaFerry you compare live schedules, prices and availability across every operator on this route, then book your ticket — passengers, car, cabin or pet — in minutes, with no added service fees.
Operators on this route
- DFDS
How to book your ferry
- Pick your date and number of passengers.
- Compare operators, schedules and fares in real time.
- Add a vehicle, cabin or pet if needed, then pay online securely.
Good to know
- Vehicles (car, motorbike, motorhome) accepted on most departures.
- Cabins and reclining seats available for overnight crossings.
- Pets welcome depending on the operator.
Frequently asked questions
- How long is the Newhaven – Dieppe crossing?
- About 4 h 15 on daytime sailings. The overnight crossing is slightly longer, around 5 h, giving you time to sleep in a cabin.
- How many sailings per day?
- Up to three daily departures with DFDS, typically morning, late afternoon and overnight. Timetables vary by season.
- Can I take my car?
- Yes. Cars, motorhomes, motorbikes and bicycles are carried on this route; the vehicle is charged on top of the passenger fare.
- Are cabins available?
- Yes, cabins are available and are especially recommended on the overnight sailing.
- Why choose Dieppe over Calais?
- Dieppe drops you straight into Normandy: you avoid the drive down from Calais and save roughly two hours if you are heading for Rouen, Paris or the Normandy coast.