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@MTB-Idle
as above, I've been a number of times but only via Dunkirk or Dieppe which are easier to get out of. Calais is a bit of a monster and as you say, drops you straight onto the N216 without some detailed noodling around.
Seems like you are heading east anyway so Dunkirk probably preferable.
Top tip for the ferry to Dunkirk is to upgrade to the Premier lounge. It was about €14 last time I did it but you get a nice comfy seat, a bit of peace and quiet, a chance to snooze for 4 hours and/or drink as much tea/coffee/juice as you like and fill your face with pastries.
Otherwise you have to mix with the unwashed masses and take your chance in the public bars and restaurants.