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How to get from Cherbourg to Portsmouth by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Cherbourg to Portsmouth can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries. This way you can find the best price for a Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Cherbourg to Portsmouth simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Cherbourg to Portsmouth Ferry Information

Port of departure
Cherbourg
France
Normandy
Port of arrival
Portsmouth
United Kingdom
England
Distance
84 mi
Ferry Companies
Brittany Ferries, Condor Ferries
Frequency of crossings
9 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
3 hrs.
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Ferry Cherbourg Portsmouth: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth, you'll find tickets ranging from $79 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $306 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Cherbourg-Portsmouth route is $172. The average ferry crossing time from Cherbourg to Portsmouth is 5 hrs. 30 min. The slowest ferries will take 5 hrs. 45 min to reach Portsmouth, while the fastest boats will reach Portsmouth in 5 hrs.. The first ferry leaves the port of Cherbourg at 12:00. The last ferry to Portsmouth leaves Cherbourg at 12:01.

Average price of a Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry crossing
$172
Price range for Cherbourg Portsmouth ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$79 - $306
Average crossing time Cherbourg Portsmouth
5 hrs. 30 min
Departure time of first ferry to Portsmouth
12:00
Departure time of last ferry to Portsmouth
12:01
Arrival time first ferry to Portsmouth
16:01
Arrival time of last ferry to Portsmouth
16:45

Why take a ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Portsmouth. Here are 3 reasons why we think Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry is an ideal way to travel.

Take an unlimited amount of luggage
One piece of luggage is free, all the others must be paid for. This is often the formula used when we travel with other modes of transportation, which very often leads to a significant increase in the bill. However, when you board a Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries ferry in Cherbourg, you are free to take as much luggage as you like, as long as it is contained in your vehicle. If you are traveling as a pedestrian, the conditions may be more restrictive as you will have to keep your luggage with you until you arrive in Portsmouth. However, many ships provide luggage storage for foot passengers. Check with Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries.
Transporting your bike is not a problem
Traveling with your bike by train, plane or bus often turns into a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry it. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the huge garage of the boat. You travel from Cherbourg to Portsmouth in complete peace of mind, without fear of your bike being damaged. You will get on your bike in Portsmouth to get off the boat.
To enjoy the incredible sea view
When we are on the coast, we often look for places that offer the best sea view. You will enjoy a 360° ocean view from the port of Cherbourg to Portsmouth, whether you are having lunch or relaxing in one of the ship's lounges. Everywhere, large windows will give you an extraordinary view of the azure blue sea to enjoy its soothing power.

Which companies operate between Cherbourg and Portsmouth?

If you're looking to travel between Cherbourg and Portsmouth by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

Brittany Ferries Cherbourg Portsmouth
Brittany Ferries
Brittany Ferries is a Brittany-based shipping company operating ferry services to England, Ireland and Spain. On Vivanoda, you can compare Cherbourg-Portsmouth fares and book a Brittany Ferries ticket between Cherbourg and Portsmouth. Brittany Ferries operates 9 crossings a week to Portsmouth from Cherbourg and the journey time is 3 hrs.. More information about Brittany Ferries
3 hrs.
9 crossings a week
Condor Ferries Cherbourg Portsmouth
Condor Ferries
Since 1964, Condor Ferries has been the leader of the connections between St Malo and the Channel Islands and Great Britain. On Vivanoda, you can compare Cherbourg-Portsmouth fares and book a Condor Ferries ticket between Cherbourg and Portsmouth. More information about Condor Ferries

Where do the ferries leave from in Cherbourg? Where do the boats arrive in Portsmouth?

Port of departure in Cherbourg

Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries ferries depart for Portsmouth from the following ports in Cherbourg:

Cherbourg - Gare Maritime
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Port of arrival in Portsmouth

Condor Ferries or Brittany Ferries ships arrive in Portsmouth from the following ports:

Portsmouth Continental Ferry Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth, it will take you at least 3 hrs. to cover the 84 mi between Cherbourg and Portsmouth.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Cherbourg and Portsmouth in winter) and the ferry company (Brittany Ferries and Condor Ferries). There are currently 9 crossings a week between Cherbourg and Portsmouth.

There are 2 ferry companies operating between Cherbourg and Portsmouth: Brittany Ferries and Condor Ferries.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Brittany Ferries, Condor Ferries.

During your crossing between Cherbourg and Portsmouth, you will travel 84 mi.

To go by boat from Cherbourg to Portsmouth, you can find prices ranging from $79 for the lowest, to $306 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $172.

The first ferry leaves Cherbourg at 12:00 for Portsmouth.

The last ferry to Portsmouth from Cherbourg usually departs at 12:01.

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