Ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg
Route map
Ferry connections Portsmouth - Cherbourg
Route at a glance
| Operator | Duration (hrs:min) | Sailings per operating day | Operating days | Vessels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brittany Ferries | 7:45–8:30 | 1 | 89 | Santona, Galicia, Salamanca, SAINT MALO |
Fares by vehicle
- Car
- €121
- Motorcycle
- €69
- Bicycle
- €70
- Motorhome
- €184
- Van
- €125
- Minibus
- €181
Lowest fare among bookable sailings, not a fixed price.
Season and frequency
Jun
1
Jul
1
Aug
1
Sep
1
Oct
1
Nov
1
Dec
1
Jan
1
Feb
1
Mar
1
Apr
1
May
1
Jun
1
Jul
1
Aug
1
Sailings per operating day
Peak seasonShoulder seasonLow season
Timetable
Date
Ports and terminals
Portsmouth
City port
- Terminals
- Portsmouth International Port, George Byng Way PO2 8SP; Portsmouth Car Ferry Terminal, Gunwharf Road PO1 2LA (Wightlink)
- Location
- Stamshaw, Portsmouth, England
- Waters
- Ärmelkanal
Cherbourg
City port
- Terminals
- Terminal 1, Gare maritime transmanche, 50100 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
- Location
- Cherbourg-Octeville, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Manche, Normandie
- Waters
- Ärmelkanal
Frequently asked questions about the Portsmouth - Cherbourg ferry
Crossing time
How long does the ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg take?+
The crossing from Portsmouth to Cherbourg takes 8 hours 30 minutes on average. Depending on the departure, the crossing takes between 7 hours 45 minutes and 8 hours 30 minutes.
Timetable
How often does the ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg run?+
The ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg runs on 1 day a week. The exact departure times are in the timetable on this page.
Operator
Which ferry company sails from Portsmouth to Cherbourg?+
Brittany Ferries serves the Portsmouth - Cherbourg route.
Vehicles
Can I take a vehicle on the Portsmouth - Cherbourg ferry?+
Yes. The timetable lists prices for cars, motorcycles, bicycles, campervans, vans and minibuses. The starting prices for each vehicle class are shown on this page and apply to the next bookable departures.
Season
Does the Portsmouth - Cherbourg ferry run all year round?+
Yes, departures are scheduled for all twelve months. How frequent they are differs between high and low season.