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Because it is the closest port to mainland [[United Kingdom|Britain]] with just 21 miles 34 km from the British port of [[Dover]], '''Calais''' is one of the busiest cross-Channel ports on continental [[Europe]]. Regular ferry services operate from Calais to [[Dover]] (''P&O'' and ''Seafrance'' each with over 20 crossings per day). [[Dunkerque]] could be a alternative to get over (''norfolklines'' to Dover, same or nearly same conditions than Calais – Dover), Calais is busier though.
Hitchhikers can get over for free because drivers only pay for their vehicle and up to nine persons go for free with a car and two with a lorry – additional persons pay like footpassengers. If you are searching for a lift you often have to tell people about this possibility first – otherwise they often don't take you with them just because they think it's too complicated or they'll have to pay...