Ferry from Portsmouth to Caen
Route map
Ferry connections Portsmouth - Caen
Route at a glance
| Operator | Duration (hrs:min) | Sailings per operating day | Operating days | Vessels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brittany Ferries | 6:00–6:45 | 3 | 399 | Guillaume de Normandie, Mont St Michel, Armorique |
Fares by vehicle
- Car
- €60
- Motorcycle
- €36
- Bicycle
- €28
- Motorhome
- €95
- Van
- €82
- Minibus
- €115
Lowest fare among bookable sailings, not a fixed price.
Season and frequency
Oct
3
Nov
3
Dec
3
Jan
3
Feb
3
Mar
3
Apr
3
May
3
Jun
3
Jul
3
Aug
3
Sep
3
Oct
3
Sailings per operating day
Peak seasonShoulder seasonLow season
Timetable
Date
Ports and terminals
Caen
Town port
The ferry port lies 14 km from the town it is named after.
- Location
- Ouistreham, Calvados, Normandie
Frequently asked questions about the Portsmouth - Caen ferry
Crossing time
How long does the ferry from Portsmouth to Caen take? +
The crossing from Portsmouth to Caen takes 6 hours on average. Depending on the departure, the crossing takes between 6 hours and 6 hours 45 minutes.
Timetable
How often does the ferry from Portsmouth to Caen run? +
The ferry from Portsmouth to Caen runs daily, with up to 3 departures a day. The exact departure times are in the timetable on this page.
Operator
Which ferry company sails from Portsmouth to Caen? +
Brittany Ferries serves the Portsmouth - Caen route.
Vehicles
Can I take a vehicle on the Portsmouth - Caen 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 - Caen ferry run all year round? +
Yes, departures are scheduled for all twelve months. How frequent they are differs between high and low season.