Ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao
Route map
Ferry connections Portsmouth - Bilbao
Route at a glance
| Operator | Duration (hrs:min) | Sailings per operating day | Operating days | Vessels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brittany Ferries | 32:15–36:00 | 1 | 95 | Galicia, Salamanca |
Fares by vehicle
- Car
- €169
- Motorcycle
- €84
- Bicycle
- €66
- Motorhome
- €174
- Van
- €174
- Minibus
- €211
Lowest fare among bookable sailings, not a fixed price.
Season and frequency
Oct
1
Nov
1
Dec
1
Jan
1
Feb
1
Mar
1
Apr
1
May
1
Jun
1
Jul
1
Aug
1
Sep
1
Sailings per operating day
Peak seasonShoulder seasonLow season
Timetable
Date
Ports and terminals
Bilbao
Town port
The ferry port lies 15 km from the town it is named after.
- Location
- Zierbena, Autonome Gemeinschaft Baskenland
Frequently asked questions about the Portsmouth - Bilbao ferry
Crossing time
How long does the ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao take? +
The crossing from Portsmouth to Bilbao takes 33 hours on average. Depending on the departure, the crossing takes between 32 hours 15 minutes and 36 hours.
Timetable
How often does the ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao run? +
The ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao 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 Bilbao? +
Brittany Ferries serves the Portsmouth - Bilbao route.
Vehicles
Can I take a vehicle on the Portsmouth - Bilbao 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 - Bilbao ferry run all year round? +
Yes, departures are scheduled for all twelve months. How frequent they are differs between high and low season.