LD Lines Ferries - Dover Boulogne ferry crossings
Dover Boulogne ferries with LD Lines.
LD Lines is currently the only cross channel ferry operator to offer a Dover
Boulogne crossing on this popular route.
LD Lines new fast ferry service from Dover to Boulogne is operated by
their
brand new, high speed wave-piercing Catamaran. The vessel is the world's largest
diesel-powered catamaran and is claimed to provide a whole new level of comfort
compared to the older fast ferries. The crossing time will be just 1 hour and LD
Lines promise fast loading and unloading. The new fast ferry crossing, together
with the existing ferries, means there will now be six return sailings daily
between Dover and Boulogne.
The conventional ferry crossings take 1 hour 45 minutes quayside to
 quayside.
The ships are the "Seven Sisters" and "Cote d'Albatre". Both ships were launched
in 2006, so enjoy the latest in facilities and technology to ensure an enjoyable
crossing. These superb new ships are capable of speeds of up to
22 knots (about 25 mph), and their ultra-modern stabilizers mean optimum comfort
whatever the weather.
There's plenty of room on board for relaxation, including a magnificent
panoramic lounge. The elegant surroundings of the bar and restaurant are more in
keeping with a cruise ship than a ferry. Use the trip for some shopping in the
boutique and leave the little ones in the children's play-areas.
The ships sail from Dover's Eastern Docks, right next to the end of the A2
and A20, so easy to find and well signposted. If you already have tickets you
just follow the signs to the LD Lines' check-in kiosks. Tickets on arrival can
be purchased in the ticket office on the right as you enter the port area. Dover
is about an hour's drive down the M20/A20 from its junction with the M25.
Boulogne is one of the more attractive channel ports, with an interesting old
town at the top of the hill. The A16 to Paris and Rouen (or Calais and Lille in
the other direction) passes by the town, while there is a dual carriageway
connection to the A26 for drivers heading east towards Reims or Aachen. |
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 LD Lines has built its reputation on providing value for money without
sacrificing comfort and quality. So why not try them and see just how much you
get for your money?
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