Driving to Disneyland Paris from the UK is easy: cross the Channel, then it’s about 3 hours 15 minutes of motorway from Calais to the park, ending at exit 14 of the A4. From London the whole trip takes about 5¾ to 6½ hours without stops. Use our planner below to see the time from your own town by every crossing, then read on for the route, tolls, parking and what it costs.
Journey planner: every crossing to Disneyland Paris
Choose where you’re starting from. The planner shows every ferry route to France and LeShuttle, with the drive to the UK port, the crossing, the drive from each French port to Disneyland Paris, and the totals. Driving times are from OpenStreetMap routing, with no traffic, stops or check-in.
| Crossing to France | Drive to the UK port | Crossing | Drive in France | Total driving | Journey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone to Calais by LeShuttleLeShuttle (Eurotunnel) car train | 1h 40, 68 mi | 35 minutes | 3h 25, 191 mi | 5h 05 | 5h 40 quickest |
| Dover to CalaisP&O Ferries, DFDS, Irish Ferries | 1h 50, 78 mi | 1h30 to 1h40 | 3h 15, 188 mi | 5h 05 | 6h 35 |
| Dover to DunkirkDFDS | 1h 50, 78 mi | 2h | 3h 30, 189 mi | 5h 20 | 7h 20 |
| Newhaven to DieppeDFDS | 1h 45, 65 mi | About 4h | 3h 00, 152 mi | 4h 45 | 8h 45 |
| Portsmouth to CaenBrittany Ferries | 1h 45, 74 mi | Around 6h by day; 7–8h overnight | 3h 25, 182 mi | 5h 10 | 11h 10 |
| Portsmouth to CherbourgBrittany Ferries | 1h 45, 74 mi | Around 7h45–8h30 overnight; 5–6h by day back | 4h 45, 252 mi | 6h 30 | 14h 15 |
| Plymouth to RoscoffBrittany Ferries | 4h 25, 217 mi | Around 5h15 by day; 9–10h overnight | 6h 45, 369 mi | 11h 10 | 16h 25 |
| Portsmouth to St MaloBrittany Ferries | 1h 45, 74 mi | Around 11h30 overnight; about 9h by day back | 5h 00, 279 mi | 6h 45 | 18h 15 |
How long does it take to drive to Disneyland Paris?
- From Calais: about 3 hours 15 minutes, 188 miles. From LeShuttle’s Calais terminal, about 3 hours 25 minutes, 191 miles.
- From London: about 1 hour 50 minutes to Dover, a 1 hour 30 to 1 hour 40 minute crossing, then the drive from Calais: about 6 hours 35 minutes in all. Via LeShuttle, about 5 hours 40 minutes.
- Add time for: check-in (up to 90 minutes before a Dover sailing, and 1 to 2 hours before LeShuttle), border checks, stops and traffic around Paris.
The best crossing for Disneyland Paris
- Quickest: LeShuttle, 35 minutes under the Channel, everyone stays in the car. Fares from £59 each way for a car and up to 9 people on a Day Trip & Overnight ticket; Standard tickets from £124.
- Most flexible: Dover to Calais, with P&O Ferries, DFDS and Irish Ferries sailing through the day and night. On the ferry, children can get out of the car, eat and run around. P&O offers from £48 one way for a car and up to 9 people.
- Least driving: Newhaven to Dieppe. Dieppe is the closest ferry port to the park, about 3 hours (152 miles) away, after a 4-hour crossing.
- From the south and west of England: Portsmouth to Caen, about 3 hours 25 minutes (182 miles) from the park, with up to 3 sailings a day.
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The route from Calais to Disneyland Paris
- Leave Calais on the A26 towards Arras and Reims. From the ferry port, follow the Rocade Est to the A26; from LeShuttle, take the A16 east to join it.
- Join the A1 south towards Paris.
- Before Paris, take the A104 (La Francilienne), the outer ring road, towards Marne-la-Vallée.
- Join the A4 east and leave at exit 14, Parcs Disney (signposted Bailly-Romainvilliers), then follow the signs to the car park or your hotel.
This route stays outside the A86 ring road, so you don’t drive through Paris or its low emission zone. Put “Disneyland Paris” or the A4 exit 14 into your sat nav, and check traffic before you set off, as roads around Paris can be slow at rush hour.
Driving from Dieppe, Dunkirk and Caen
| French port | Distance | Driving time, about |
|---|---|---|
| Dieppe | 152 miles | 3 hours |
| Calais (ferry port) | 188 miles | 3 hours 15 minutes |
| Calais (LeShuttle terminal) | 191 miles | 3 hours 25 minutes |
| Caen (Ouistreham) | 182 miles | 3 hours 25 minutes |
| Dunkirk | 189 miles | 3 hours 30 minutes |
| Cherbourg | 252 miles | 4 hours 45 minutes |
| St Malo | 279 miles | 5 hours |
| Roscoff | 369 miles | 6 hours 45 minutes |
From Caen, the A13 towards Paris uses barrier-free tolls: there are no booths, and you pay online within 72 hours. See our toll guide.
How much does it cost to drive to Disneyland Paris?
| Cost | How much |
|---|---|
| Crossing | P&O offers from £48 each way for a car and up to 9 people; LeShuttle from £59 each way (Day Trip & Overnight), Standard from £124 |
| Motorway tolls | Around €25 each way from Calais (Calais to Paris Roissy cost €25.20 for a car in 2026) |
| Fuel in France | About 190 miles each way: roughly 17 to 21 litres each way for a car doing 40 to 50 mpg |
| Parking | €30 a day, or free if you stay in a Disney Hotel |
| Kit | Hi-vis vests, a warning triangle, headlamp beam deflectors and a UK sticker if needed |
Compared with flying or the train, the big saving for a family is that a car fare on the short crossings covers up to 9 people, and you can take as much luggage, food and buggies as fit in the car. Compare fares for your dates: our cheapest ferry guide shows every route side by side.
Parking at Disneyland Paris
- Cars: €30 a day in the Disney car park, for the parks and Disney Village (2026).
- Camper vans and vehicles over 2 metres: €40 a day.
- Free parking: for guests at Disney Hotels, and for Disneyland Pass holders on valid days.
- Opening: the car park opens at 08:00 and closes 30 minutes after the parks close.
- Electric cars: there are charging points in the visitor car park.
Prices can change, so check Disneyland Paris’s website before you go.
Rules for driving to Disneyland Paris
- Documents: your driving licence, V5C (or VE103 for a hire or lease car), insurance and passports for everyone, children included.
- Kit: a hi-vis vest within reach of the driver, a warning triangle, headlamp beam deflectors and a UK identifier. You don’t need a breathalyser.
- Children: under-10s must travel in the back in a child seat suitable for their size, with only a few exceptions.
- Speed limits: 130 km/h (81 mph) on motorways, 110 km/h in the rain.
- Border: at Dover and Folkestone the French checks, including the EES fingerprint and photo checks, happen before you board. Children under 12 only have their photo taken.
Full details in our driving in France guide and travel rules for France.
For the full list of what to carry and the rules of the road, see what you need to drive in France and driving in France with children on our sister site, Driving France.
Tips for the drive with children
- Choose your crossing time: an early crossing gets you to the park by the afternoon; an evening one means the children may sleep in the car.
- Plan stops: break the drive every couple of hours at motorway service areas (aires).
- Pack the car well: keep snacks, drinks, wipes and entertainment within reach, and download films before you leave.
- Breakdown cover: check your cover includes Europe before you go.
- Avoid busy days: Saturdays in July and August and the start of French school holidays are the busiest days on French roads.
Visiting Paris as well? See our best ferry to Paris guide.
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Driving to Disneyland Paris from the UK FAQs
Can you drive to Disneyland Paris from the UK?
Yes. Take a ferry or LeShuttle across the Channel, then drive. From Calais it's about 188 miles, roughly 3 hours 15 minutes, almost all on motorways, ending at exit 14 of the A4, signposted Parcs Disney.
How long does it take to drive to Disneyland Paris?
From Calais about 3 hours 15 minutes. From London, about 6 hours 35 minutes via the Dover to Calais ferry, or 5 hours 40 minutes via LeShuttle, counting the drives and crossing but not check-in, stops or traffic. Use the planner on this page for your own town.
What is the best crossing for Disneyland Paris?
From London and the south-east, Dover to Calais or LeShuttle is quickest. Newhaven to Dieppe means the least driving in France, about 3 hours from Dieppe. From the south and west of England, Portsmouth to Caen is about 3 hours 25 minutes from the park.
How much does it cost to drive to Disneyland Paris?
The main costs are the crossing (P&O offers from £48 each way for a car and up to 9 people, LeShuttle from £59 each way on a short-stay ticket), French motorway tolls of around €25 each way from Calais, fuel for about 190 miles each way in France, and parking at €30 a day unless you stay in a Disney Hotel.
How much is parking at Disneyland Paris?
€30 a day for a car and €40 for a camper van or vehicle over 2 metres high, in 2026. Guests at Disney Hotels park free, and so do Disneyland Pass holders on valid days.
Do I need a Crit'Air sticker to drive to Disneyland Paris?
Not for the usual route from Calais, which stays on the A1, A104 and A4 outside the A86 ring road, where Greater Paris's low emission zone starts. You do need one if you drive into Paris itself on a weekday.
Which motorway exit is Disneyland Paris?
Exit 14 on the A4, signposted Parcs Disney (and Bailly-Romainvilliers).
Is it cheaper to drive or fly to Disneyland Paris?
It depends on your family size and dates. A car fare on the short crossings covers up to 9 people, and you can bring as much luggage and food as fits in the car, so driving can work out well for families. Compare the full cost for your dates.