Double-ended Ro-Pax ferry
P&O Pioneer
P&O Pioneer is operated by P&O Ferries on Dover–Calais, Calais–Dover. It can carry up to 1,500 passengers.
Ship Facts
- Operator
- P&O Ferries
- Type
- Double-ended Ro-Pax ferry
- In service since
- 2023
- Builder
- Guangzhou Shipyard International, China
- IMO number
- 9895161
- Gross tonnage
- 47,394
- Length
- 230.5 m
- Beam
- 30.8 m
- Service speed
- 20.8 knots
- Passengers
- 1,500
- Freight/vehicle lane metres
- 3,600
Source: public vessel record, checked 2026-09-24. Onboard facilities and deployments change. Confirm details with P&O Ferries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the P&O Pioneer sail?
P&O Pioneer is listed on FerryConnect for Dover–Calais, Calais–Dover with P&O Ferries. Ship deployments can change with refits and seasons, so check your booking for the vessel on your date.
Can I take a car on the P&O Pioneer?
Yes. P&O Pioneer is a vehicle-carrying ferry. Book vehicle space in advance on busy dates.
How many passengers can the P&O Pioneer carry?
P&O Pioneer is certified for up to about 1,500 passengers.