Dieppe Ferry Port: Complete Access & Transport Guide

Arriving in Dieppe by ferry from Newhaven? This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Dieppe Ferry Port: location and address, disembarkation procedures, how to get from the port to the train station or town centre, transport options (walking, shuttle bus, taxi), train connections to Paris and beyond, port facilities, and tips for your return journey.

Dieppe Ferry Port is located 2km from the train station and town centre. Options include: walk (20-30 minutes), the Grisel Company shuttle bus direct to Dieppe train station (€3, 15-20 minutes, cash only), or taxi (€10-15, 5-7 minutes). From Dieppe train station, direct trains reach Paris in around 2h 30m.

Last updated: March 2026

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⚓ Dieppe Port at a Glance

2 km

From Port to
Town/Station

20-30 mins

Walk to
Town/Station

€3

Shuttle Bus
to Train Station

2h 30m

Train to
Paris

✅ Scenic waterfront walk – pleasant flat route to town and station
✅ Grisel Company shuttle bus – runs direct to train station after each ferry arrival (€3, cash only)
✅ Taxis available – approx €10-15 to town or station
✅ Direct Paris trains – 5-7 daily from Dieppe station
✅ Compact port – easy to navigate, English spoken

Dieppe Ferry Port Map

Dieppe Ferry Port (Gare Maritime DFDS)

Address: 7, Quai Gaston Lalitte, 76200 Dieppe, France

GPS Coordinates: 49.9267° N, 1.0808° E

Dieppe Ferry Port Location & Address

Gare Maritime de Dieppe (Dieppe Ferry Port)
7, Quai Gaston Lalitte
76200 Dieppe
Normandy, France

GPS Coordinates:
Latitude: 49.9267° N
Longitude: 1.0808° E

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💡 Location Tip: Dieppe Ferry Port is located on the western side of Dieppe’s harbour, right on the waterfront. The port is separate from the town centre — you’ll need to travel 2km to reach the main town, train station, and tourist areas. This is normal for French ferry ports.

Port Overview:

Dieppe Ferry Port (Gare Maritime) is a small, dedicated passenger ferry terminal serving the DFDS Newhaven-Dieppe route exclusively. The port sits at the entrance to Dieppe’s historic harbour, with views of the town’s seafront, château, and cliffs.

The terminal building contains:

• Passport control (French border police)
• Customs area
• Small waiting area
• Toilets
• Tourist information desk (seasonal)
• Taxi rank outside
• Shuttle bus stop outside (Grisel Company)

Dieppe is a historic fishing and ferry port on Normandy’s Alabaster Coast (Côte d’Albâtre), famous for its white chalk cliffs, pebble beach, and Saturday morning fish market. The town has been a cross-Channel port since medieval times and has strong historic ties with England.

Arrival & Disembarkation in Dieppe

Understanding the disembarkation process helps you plan onwards travel and know what to expect.

Disembarkation Timeline

⏱️ What Happens When Ferry Arrives

TYPICAL TIMELINE (using 11:00 Newhaven departure — check current timetable):

~16:00 (French time) – Ferry arrives in Dieppe

• Prepare for disembarkation; collect luggage from storage (foot passengers)

~16:00-16:15 – Vehicle disembarkation

• Vehicles directed off ferry by marshallers; drive through customs; exit port

~16:15 – Foot passenger disembarkation

• Walk through passport control; collect any checked luggage
• Exit terminal to shuttle bus stop or taxi rank

~16:30 – Grisel Company shuttle bus departs

• Shuttle departs from terminal car park; arrives Dieppe train station approximately 16:45

Times are approximate and based on DFDS’s current low-season schedule. Check the bus schedule onboard the ferry or at reception, as times vary by season and sailing.

⏰ Time Zone Reminder: France is 1 hour AHEAD of UK. When ferry departs Newhaven at 11:00 (UK time), it arrives Dieppe at 16:00 (French time = 15:00 UK time). Change your watch or phone on the ferry!

French Border Control & Customs

PASSPORT CONTROL:

• UK/EU Passport Holders: Usually quick — stamp and visual check
• Non-EU Passport Holders: May take slightly longer for visa check
• Language: Border officials generally speak English
• Typical Wait: 2-5 minutes per person; rarely any significant queue at this small port

CUSTOMS (DOUANE):

• Green Channel (Nothing to Declare): Walk straight through
• Red Channel (Items to Declare): For high-value goods or commercial items
• Random spot checks occasionally. Most passengers walk through without inspection.

DUTY-FREE LIMITS (UK to France post-Brexit):

• Alcohol: 42L beer, 18L wine, 4L spirits (or 9L sparkling wine)
• Tobacco: 200 cigarettes, 100 cigarillos, 50 cigars, or 250g tobacco
• Cash: Over €10,000 must be declared

Getting From Dieppe Port to Town Centre & Train Station

The port is approximately 2km from Dieppe town centre and train station. Three main transport options are available.

Option 1: Grisel Company Shuttle Bus (15-20 minutes, €3)

🚌 DFDS Shuttle Bus — Grisel Company

Operator: Grisel Company (marked ‘GRISEL COMPANY’ on the bus)
Route: Ferry terminal → Dieppe Train Station (Gare SNCF) — not the town centre square
Journey Time: 15-20 minutes
Cost: €3 per adult; €1.50 children ages 3-18; free for children under 3
Payment: Cash (euros) only — card payments are NOT accepted
Tickets: Purchase on the bus — cannot be bought in advance

WHERE TO CATCH IT:

• Location: Outside the terminal, within the terminal car park
• Departs: Shortly after the ferry arrives
• Luggage: Take only what you can carry yourself

CURRENT SCHEDULE (Low Season — September 2025 to April 2026):

Ferry Arrival	Bus Departs Terminal	Bus Arrives Train Station
05:00	05:20	05:35
16:00	16:30	16:45

High season schedules will differ — check current timetable on DFDS website or ask at port. Schedule may change due to road works or changes in sailing times.

FROM TRAIN STATION BACK TO TERMINAL (return journey):

The bus also runs from Dieppe train station to the ferry terminal. The bus stop is outside the train station on the left, in front of the ‘Gare Routière’ office. Low season departures: 05:35 and 16:45.

⚠️ Important: The shuttle goes directly to the train station, not to a town centre square. Cash euros only — bring the correct change (€3). Tickets cannot be pre-purchased.

BEST FOR:

✅ Passengers continuing by train to Paris or Rouen
✅ Budget-conscious travellers
✅ Moderate luggage (you must be able to carry it yourself)
✅ Bad weather / tired after overnight ferry

Option 2: Walking (20-30 minutes to town centre)

🚶 Walking Route: Port → Town Centre → Train Station

Port to Town Centre: 2 km, 20-30 minutes, flat paved route, free
Port to Train Station: approximately 2 km, 28 minutes (DFDS), flat

WALKING DIRECTIONS (Port to Town Centre):

Exit ferry terminal — turn left out of terminal building
Walk along Boulevard de Verdun — wide waterfront boulevard with harbour views
Continue straight — past the Capitainerie (harbour office) and fishing boats
Arrive at town centre — seafront area with restaurants and shops
For train station: continue inland along Boulevard Clemenceau (follow “Gare SNCF” signs, approximately 7 more minutes)

ROUTE FEATURES:

✓ Completely flat — no hills or steps
✓ Wide pavements — manageable with wheeled luggage
✓ Well-lit at night (relevant for overnight ferry arrivals at 05:00)
✓ Scenic — harbour and château views
✓ Cafés en route once you reach town

💡 Walking Tip: A pleasant walk in good weather and gives your first views of Dieppe. However, if you have heavy luggage, arrive on the overnight ferry (05:00), or it’s raining, take the shuttle bus or taxi instead.

Option 3: Taxi (5-7 minutes)

🚕 Taxi Service

Location: Taxi rank outside ferry terminal — taxis usually wait for ferry arrivals
Journey Time: 5-7 minutes to town centre or train station
Fares: Approximately €10-15 depending on destination and time of day
Payment: Cash (euros) preferred; ask driver about card payment before starting

TYPICAL FARES (approximate):

Destination	Day Rate	Night Rate*
Town Centre	€10-12	€12-15
Train Station (Gare SNCF)	€12-14	€14-16
Specific address in Dieppe	€12-18	€15-22

*Night rate applies 19:00-07:00 and Sundays/holidays. Fares are approximate — always confirm price before journey.

TAXI CONTACT (DFDS-listed):

• Ango Dieppe Taxi: +33 (0)2 35 40 40 00 — ango-dieppe-taxi.com
• Or ask your hotel to arrange a taxi

BEST FOR:

✅ Travelling to a specific hotel or address
✅ Groups of 3-4 (split cost = €3-4 per person)
✅ Heavy or multiple suitcases
✅ Overnight ferry arrivals (05:00)
✅ Time-sensitive connections

Transport Comparison

Option	Time	Cost	Notes
Grisel Shuttle Bus	15-20 mins	€3 adult	Goes directly to train station. Cash euros only.
Walk	20-28 mins	FREE	Scenic waterfront. Flat and easy with wheeled luggage.
Taxi	5-7 mins	€10-15	Direct to any address. Best for groups or heavy luggage.

Getting to Dieppe Train Station

Many ferry passengers continue their journey by train from Dieppe to Paris, Rouen, or other French destinations.

Gare de Dieppe (Dieppe Railway Station)
Boulevard Clemenceau
76200 Dieppe

Distance from Ferry Port: Approximately 2km (28 minutes’ walk per DFDS)

HOW TO REACH THE STATION:

Option 1: Grisel Company shuttle bus direct to station (€3, 15-20 minutes, cash only)
Option 2: Taxi direct to station (€12-14, 7 minutes)
Option 3: Walk entire way (approximately 28 minutes)

Train Station Facilities

Gare de Dieppe is a small regional station with:

• Ticket machines (card payment, English language option)
• Ticket office (staffed)
• Waiting room and toilets
• Step-free platform access
• Small café/bar (seasonal hours)

NOT Available: Left luggage, lockers, currency exchange, large shops.

TICKET BOOKING: Book in advance at sncf-connect.com for best prices. Machines at the station have an English language option.

Train Connections from Dieppe

Dieppe is well-connected by train to major French destinations.

Destination	Journey Time	Trains per Day	Price Range
Paris (Gare Saint-Lazare)	2h 20m – 2h 40m	5-7 daily	€15-35
Rouen	45 minutes	8-10 daily	€10-18
Le Havre	2 hours	4-6 daily	€12-22
Caen	3-4 hours	2-4 daily (change)	€20-35

💡 Connection Tip: Don’t book the first train immediately after ferry arrival. Allow at least 90 minutes between the scheduled ferry arrival and your train departure, to allow for ferry delays, disembarkation, and getting to the station. Book tickets in advance at sncf-connect.com for best prices.

Dieppe Ferry Port Facilities

Dieppe Ferry Port is a small, functional terminal with basic facilities.

✓ Available

Passport control area
Customs (douane)
Small waiting area
Toilets (including accessible)
Tourist information desk (seasonal)
Vending machines
Free short-stay car parking (in front of terminal)
Taxi rank outside
Shuttle bus stop (Grisel Company)

✗ NOT Available

Restaurant or café
Shops or duty-free
ATM / Cash machine
Bureau de change
Left luggage / lockers
Wi-Fi

⚠️ Cash Note: No ATM at ferry port. Get cash before leaving UK, or use ATMs in Dieppe town. Remember the shuttle bus is cash euros only — bring at least €3 per adult. Most cafés, taxis, and shops in town accept cards.

Return Journey: Getting Back to Dieppe Port

When returning to the UK, you’ll need to get from Dieppe town or station back to the ferry port.

RECOMMENDED ARRIVAL TIME AT PORT:
Arrive 90 minutes before ferry departure. Check-in closes 45 minutes before departure for all passengers.

TRANSPORT OPTIONS (Town/Station → Port):

Method	Time	Cost	Notes
Grisel Shuttle Bus	15-20 mins	€3	Departs from outside train station. Cash euros only.
Walk	25-30 mins	FREE	Same waterfront route in reverse
Taxi	5-7 mins	€10-14	Taxi rank at train station or town centre. Best with luggage.

TAXI BOOKING:

• Ango Dieppe Taxi: +33 (0)2 35 40 40 00
• Or ask your hotel to book a taxi for you
• Taxi ranks at Place du Puits Salé and Gare SNCF

💡 Return Timing Tip: Check the current Grisel Company bus schedule for your departure ferry. For the return journey, the bus departs the train station before each outbound sailing — check departure times at the terminal on arrival, on the DFDS website, or ask onboard the ferry.

Useful French Phrases for Dieppe Port

Basic French phrases help navigate Dieppe smoothly. Most people speak some English, but effort is always appreciated.

🗣️ Essential Phrases

GREETINGS & BASICS:

• Hello — Bonjour (bon-ZHOOR)
• Please — S’il vous plaît (seel voo PLEH)
• Thank you — Merci (mehr-SEE)
• Do you speak English? — Parlez-vous anglais? (par-lay-voo ahn-GLAY?)
• Excuse me — Excusez-moi (ex-kew-zay-MWAH)

TRANSPORT:

• Where is the train station? — Où est la gare? (oo ay lah GAR?)
• How much to the station? — Combien pour la gare? (com-bee-AN poor lah GAR?)
• One ticket to Paris, please — Un billet pour Paris, s’il vous plaît
• What time does the train leave? — À quelle heure part le train? (ah kel UR par luh TRAN?)

💡 Cultural Tip: Always say “Bonjour” when entering shops, cafés, or interacting with staff. Even if you speak no French, “Bonjour” + “Parlez-vous anglais?” works well everywhere in Dieppe.

Currency & Payment in Dieppe

CURRENCY:
Euro (€) — France uses the euro. UK pounds are not accepted.

PAYMENT METHODS:

✓ Card widely accepted — Visa, Mastercard in most places
✓ Contactless — Common (limit usually €50)
✓ Cash useful — Small cafés, markets, public toilets (€0.50)
⚠️ Shuttle bus (cash euros only) — Bring €3 per adult, €1.50 per child age 3-18
✓ No ATM at port — Nearest ATMs in Dieppe town centre

TYPICAL COSTS:

• Coffee: €2-3
• Sandwich: €4-6
• Restaurant meal: €12-20
• Taxi to station: €12-14
• Train to Paris: €15-35

Frequently Asked Questions: Dieppe Port

How far is Dieppe Ferry Port from the town centre?

Dieppe Ferry Port is approximately 2km from the town centre and train station. You can walk (20-30 minutes along the scenic waterfront), take the Grisel Company shuttle bus (€3, 15-20 minutes, goes directly to the train station, cash only), or taxi (approximately €10-12, 5 minutes).

Is there a shuttle bus from Dieppe port to town?

Yes, the Grisel Company shuttle bus operates between the ferry terminal and Dieppe train station after each ferry arrival. It costs €3 per adult and €1.50 for children aged 3-18 (under-3s free). Payment is cash euros only — cards are not accepted and tickets cannot be bought in advance. Journey time is 15-20 minutes. The bus stop is outside the terminal within the car park. Check current timetables on the DFDS website or onboard the ferry, as times vary by season.

How do I get from Dieppe port to the train station?

The most convenient option is the Grisel Company shuttle bus, which goes directly from the ferry terminal to Dieppe train station (€3, 15-20 minutes, cash euros only). Alternatively, take a taxi direct to the station (€12-14, 7 minutes), or walk the approximately 2km route (about 28 minutes, flat and well-signposted — follow “Gare SNCF” signs).

How long does it take to get from Dieppe to Paris by train?

The train from Dieppe to Paris takes 2h 20m – 2h 40m depending on the service. Trains run 5-7 times daily to Paris Gare Saint-Lazare. Prices range from €15-35 (cheaper if booked in advance at sncf-connect.com). Always allow at least 90 minutes between your scheduled ferry arrival and your chosen train departure to allow for ferry delays and getting to the station.

Are there taxis at Dieppe Ferry Port?

Yes, taxis wait at the ferry terminal after ferry arrivals. Fares are approximately €10-12 to town centre and €12-14 to the train station. Journey time is 5-7 minutes. Most drivers speak some English. To pre-book for the return journey, call Ango Dieppe Taxi on +33 (0)2 35 40 40 00, or ask your hotel to arrange one.

What facilities are at Dieppe Ferry Port?

Dieppe Ferry Port has basic facilities: passport control, customs, small waiting area, toilets (including accessible), seasonal tourist information desk, and vending machines. Free short-stay parking is available in front of the terminal. There is no café, restaurant, shops, ATM, bureau de change, or Wi-Fi. For food, ATMs, and services, head to Dieppe town centre (shuttle bus €3 or 20-minute walk).

How early should I arrive at Dieppe port for the return ferry?

Arrive 90 minutes before your ferry departure. Check-in closes 45 minutes before departure for all passengers. If coming from Paris by train, check the Grisel Company bus schedule for times from the train station to the terminal, or allow time to take a taxi (7 minutes, €12-14).

Do I need euros at Dieppe port?

Yes — the shuttle bus (€3 per adult) accepts cash euros only. Cards are not accepted on the bus. There is no ATM at the port. Bring at least €3 per adult in cash for the bus, plus some extra for taxis or small purchases if needed. Nearest ATMs are in Dieppe town centre, reachable by foot (20 minutes) or taxi.

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Easy port access | Shuttle bus to train station | Direct trains to Paris

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