Team Langoustine Partners with Direct Ferries
BY MARK KHOO
As chief facilitators of your Le Mans experiences, we’ve focused on getting you tickets and sorting out a place to re-fuel and rest your head whilst at the Circuit de la Sarthe.
But what about getting you there?
Well, we’re not offering to drive you across France or fix your mechanicals, but we are delighted to announce our partnership with Direct Ferries for 2027, so you can book Eurotunnel LeShuttle™ and ferry travel at the best possible prices.
Direct Ferries is a UK based ferry travel aggregator service meaning you can compare operators, routes and times to get the best prices for ferry or LeShuttle crossings – not only between the UK and France but also across the globe.
With an Excellent rating on Trust Pilot, their booking system is simple and easy to use. We know because we used Direct Ferries for all our 2026 Le Mans 24H and Le Mans Classic crew crossings.
So when planning your trip for the 2027 Le Mans 24 Hour or Le Mans Classic, check out Direct Ferries at the end of your Team Langoustine booking reservation or by clicking HERE.
USEFUL INFORMATION
Sailing information for the ferry to France
France ferry timetable
The France ferry timetable varies depending on the route you choose. The Dover to Calais ferry sails approximately 174 times per week, with an average duration of about 1 hour 35 minutes. The first ferry departs at 00:15 and the last ferry leaves at 23:59*.
France ferry operators
Ferries to France are provided by 12 operators including Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, P&O Ferries. Irish Ferries and DFDS Seaways are two of the most popular France ferry operators.
Popular France ferry routes
The most popular ferry route to France is the Dover to Calais ferry with 174 weekly sailings and an average price of £161.00*
Where do ferries from France go to?
Ferries from France go to 35 ports including Dover, Portsmouth, Poole and Newhaven*.
Getting the ferry to France vs Eurotunnel LeShuttle™
Is it quicker to travel on a ferry or LeShuttle to France?
With a duration of around 35 minutes, it's quicker to travel on the LeShuttle to France than by ferry.
Is it cheaper to get the ferry to France or LeShuttle?
Although prices can vary depending on the season you're travelling in and whether you're travelling with a vehicle or as a foot passenger, it's usually cheaper to get the ferry to France. The LeShuttle is quicker and therefore LeShuttle tickets can be more expensive.
* All times and prices listed in this blog article are taken from Direct Ferries website and were correct at the time of publishing this article (11 August 2026). For up-to-date accurate information, please visit the Direct Ferries website. Team Langoustine is not responsible for any errors in third-party information that we reference.