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Evaluating 9,629 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Travelers frequently praise the staff for being extremely polite, welcoming, and helpful throughout the entire journey. Passengers consistently mention that the boarding process is exceptionally smooth, quick, and well-organized from start to finish. People truly enjoy the clean public areas, comfortable cabins, and overall relaxing atmosphere onboard the modern ferries. However, some customers also noted occasional inconveniences such as broken seating, out-of-order lifts, or uncomfortable rest areas during busy sailings. A few travelers also experienced unexpected delays at check-in or expressed frustration regarding limited amenities and crowded spaces.

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Facilities

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was so well planned, organised, clear instructions on arrival, fast. The ferry was clean, had brilliant facilities, so much choice for seating. Food options let us down- not many items for a breakf... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very happy with everything, only bad point ,no facilities, ie toilet ,food and drink available at Larne port ! If it was raining we travelled by motorcycle and were left standing outside with nowhere... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good value short break fares. Relaxed atmospheres..Enjoyed Club Lounge for the first time on return. Return was spoiled by both English and French border forces being utterly complacent and understaff... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Boarding and leaving ship by car went smoothly. Staff welcoming and approachable. Ship was very stable in a rough crossing. Very clean throughout. The quiet lounge used to be really good, but this... See more


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With more than 185 years of rich heritage and experience, P&O Ferries has been connecting the UK and Europe for nearly two centuries. Our history and our lifelong drive for innovation helps us be the reliable ferry operator you know today, bringing the latest technology to our fleet to deliver sustainable travel in comfort. We sail across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea, employing 1350 people around our network. Our fleet of ships includes two hybrid-powered state of the art Fusion Class vessels being delivered in 2023, the newest ferries on the English Channel. Taken together, our ships make nearly 20,000 sailings every year. Our passengers travel with us on major routes connecting the UK to France and the Netherlands, and our domestic route between Northern Ireland and Scotland. We also operate continental hubs at Zeebrugge and Europoort, and overall we carry around one fifth of the UK’s goods trade with Europe. We are the busiest ferry operator on the famous Dover to Calais route, the UK’s shortest crossing to the continent of Europe and with the arrival of our new ships we will make further substantial reductions our carbon footprint, having already cut our carbon emissions on the Channel crossing by 85,000 tons. We are proud to keep the UK connected to our nearest neighbours, giving families unforgettable holiday experiences, keeping the UK supplied with vital goods from around the world and supporting national prosperity, and bringing a new generation of ferries to our fleet with sustainability at their heart.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Trip and Booking Experience

I just wanted to say how fantastic the booking experience was from start to finish. The lady who booked our trip was lovely and so helpful.

Our friends had already booked their trip and then invited us to join them. As a family of four, we were fortunate enough to get a family cabin for the outward journey, but unfortunately, there wasn’t one available for the return, so we had to book two separate cabins instead.

I emailed beforehand to ask whether it would be possible to allocate our cabins close to our friends, and also both cabins on the way back to be together so that we could all be near each other throughout the trip.

We were really pleased to find that we were next door to each other on the outward journey and directly across the corridor on the return. It was lovely to see that our requests had been taken into consideration and accommodated.

We had a fantastic trip, and all the staff we encountered were friendly, welcoming and helpful. Thank you for making the whole experience so positive. It really is appreciated!

28 October 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Relaxed crossing

Relaxed crossing. Nice cabin with renovated showerroom. Good food in café. Friendly staff. Entertainment program disappointing.

4 November 2026
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Delays, Delays and more delays

Overall, a lovely experience apart from delays, delays and more delays. We didn't leave to go to Amsterdam until 10:30. Then it took 2 hours to get back on the ferry after the day in Amsterdam; this led to further delays and getting back in Hull for 9, but not allowed to depart the ferry till 11.30

3 November 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Short notice cancellation

Our Rotterdam to Hull crossing was cancelled at less than 24 hours notice and P&O were unable to offer another convenient alternative. We have put in a compensation claim however they rejected this as they had refunded our original payment. We were therefore left considerably out of pocket along with the inconvenience of having to arrange alternative transport and accommodation at short notice. I find this unacceptable and a neglection of their responsibility. I will not use P&O in future.

29 October 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Communication shocking

Communication shocking. Arrived 1900 for a ferry due to leave at 2000 only to be told it had only just left Larne and would be 2 hours late. Why in this Dey and age can P&O not communicate this in advance so we could have stopped en route instead of hanging around a port with no food facilities only to arrive in Larne at 2345 at night. They gave us a £6 voucher for good but all the sandwiches etc were gone and the only food to eat at 2300 was greasy fish and chips and onion rings etc I will mover use P&O again. For £400 for a 2 hour crossing each way I expected better!!

3 November 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Happy with the service

The outbound crossing had a bit of chop but nothing to cause any bother, the homeward crossing was as calm as a mill pond. As we were travelling as a group we ate ate in the kitchen which was adequate.
The staff were absolutely fantastic on both crossings, very kind and helpful.
The booking process is a bit of a drag as you cannot book multiple motorcycles, people and cabins online, the call handler was very helpful but I find it a bit weird that you have to book 4 passengers on 1 bike then 3 bikes without passengers.
I usually take my own rachet straps as I find the cam buckle straps on board a bit flimsy.
The onboard entertain was by far the best we've experienced in the 20years of travelling from Hull.

29 October 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We done a day trip to France from Dover…

We done a day trip to France from Dover for lunch, 4 adults and the car just to celebrate a birthday...
Very easy booking system and good communication.
The ship was excellent, clean and tidy with friendly polite staff, left on time, arrived on time....
Look forward to doing it again

29 September 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had an exciting ferry crossing as a…

We had an exciting ferry crossing as a foot passenger. Great to take your children as often they dont get to go on ferries. The check in was very well organised. There was a family area with confortable sofas with great views. Really enjoyed the trip. There is a play area for very small ones too. One thing to note is that the building at Calais for foot passenger check in doesn't open until 8am.

3 November 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the bus transfer from York to…

From the bus transfer from York to getting back, very enjoyable mini cruise to Amsterdam. All staff from booking in in the terminal to boarding the ferry were very helpful and polite, would highly recommend, can't wait to book my next one.

5 November 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Ferry and

Ferry and, staff and food were great loved our club cabin , the foot bridge was closed at hull outgoing so had to climb loads of stairs as lifts were full

5 November 2026

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