Euroferries from Ramsgate to Boulogne. Service startsMarch 2010?
Euroferries Port Terminal Address Ramsgate: The Ferry Terminal, Ramsgate Royal Harbour, RAMSGATE, Kent, CT11 9FT. Tel: 0844 414 5355.
Euroferries Port Terminal Address Boulogne: Gare Maritime, Place de la Republique, 62200 Boulogne-sur-mer, France.
Bookings can be made from 8.00am to 8.00pm, Monday to Friday and 8.00am to 6.30pm, Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.
Coach Company?
November 26th 2009 - PRESS RELEASE. Euroferries confirm positive news
It’s full steam ahead for Euroferries even though the November start date has been delayed. Positive news on booking enquiries confirms Euroferries belief that the Ramsgate Boulogne channel crossing will be a welcome addition to current services for those wanting a fast, efficient and cost effective service.
including free travel insurance and pre-boarding lounge facilities with tax free shopping and café add to the special experience promised to a Euroferries traveler.
Website bookings are being taken now for 2010 and new launch dates will be published as soon as possible.
For booking information please go to the Euroferries website at: www.euroferries.co.uk
For customer service please call: 0844 414 5355
November 11th 2009 - Whoops! Another delay and no delayed start date announced. We gather that the problems are not related to Euroferries who "have covered all their contractual obligations". The local Council have said "We are saddened to hear of this delay to the start of the service. We have been working closely with Euroferries and will continue to do so to bring this new service to fruition. Plans to receive this service at the Port of Ramsgate are in place and the port will be ready for the vessel on its start date." But when is that Ramsgate Council?
Sounds like a nitty gritty contractual dispute, lets hope they all get it sorted soon.
October 2009 - Euroferries have announced a start date on 14th November and are taking bookings. There are four daily crossings. Free travel insurance is offered to customers who purchase Euroferries tickets online for trips returning within 8 days.
EUROFERRIES recently announced fast ferry services will operate from its two dedicated ferry terminals located within the ports of Boulogne and Ramsgate and have now signed agreements with both Ports.
The fast ferry the "Bonanza Express" will be operated by Euroferries in conjunction with its partner, FRED OLSEN who over the years has developed its highly regarded fast ferry service. EUROFERRIES initial service, commencing mid November 2009 will comprise of 5 daily crossings, with Bonanza Express an Incat 96m with a capacity of 146 first class and 570 additional passengers, carrying a combination of cars and luxury coaches. Capable of an operational speed of 38 knots it enables the channel crossing to be completed in a time that favourably competes port to port with the Channel Tunnel crossing time.
Useful outside links
 - Protect my Holiday. This company offers insolvency cover. www.protectmyholiday.com
Port of;  - Ramsgate Port Authority. www.portoframsgate.co.uk
 - Port of Boulogne. www.portboulogne.com
Ferry news from the Ferry industry magazine. www.interferry.com/news Ferry news from Ferry Publication magazine. www.ferrypubs.co.uk Ferry news from Lloyds List. www.lloydslist.com Weather. france.meteofrance.com Weather. www.meto.gov.uk Shipping Forecast - Met Office. www.metoffice.gov.uk |
| Ferry fares for coaches Most cross channel companies have a dedicated department to deal with coaches. Competition is fierce so do ring around. It is normally cheaper to get the coach operator to book the fare as they get special rates. Euroferries have actually published their prices which will give you an indication of what you may pay when planning a trip (October 2009). "Euroferries Launch New Cross Channel Service for Coaches Coach operators and their customers can now enjoy a fast and comfortable channel crossing between Ramsgate and Boulogne by travelling with the brand new operator Euroferries on their catamaran ‘Bonanza Express’. Superb lounges, bars, a boutique and spacious seating areas mean crossing in comfort for coach trippers. Euroferries also provide dedicated terminals at both ports giving passengers excellent lounge, restaurant, bar and shop facilities. Terminals at both ports link directly into their respective national road networks making for fast and easy access to and from both Ramsgate and Boulogne and with single coach fares starting at £249 and returns at £436, coach operators and their passengers using Euroferries can be assured of fast, efficient and cost effective travel." |
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