Travel to France by ferry

Traveling to France by ferry is an excellent choice! France is served by 19 shipping companies (DFDS Seaways, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line, Moby Lines, Blu Navy, Ichnusa Lines or Brittany Ferries). These companies operate 90 ferry routes to France, serving the ports of Dover, Calais, Santa Teresa Di Gallura, Bonifacio, Rosslare, Cherbourg, Livorno and Bastia.

To make sure you find a cheap ferry ticket to France, we recommend using our search engine that compares offers, prices and availability of DFDS Seaways, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line and Moby Lines.

With a total frequency of over 114 crossings a day, depending on the time of year, from 8 countries (United Kingdom, France, Italy, Ireland, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Spain), you have many options for planning your ferry crossing to France.

The fastest crossing takes 50 min (Santa Teresa Di Gallura - Bonifacio) with a distance of 10 mi and the longest 40 hrs. 50 min (Nador - Sete) with a distance of 669 mi.

Ferry to France in figures

Countries
United Kingdom
France
Italy
Ireland
Morocco
Algeria
Tunisia
Spain
Number of crossings
114 crossings a day
Number of ports
60
Number of ferry connections
90
Number of ferry companies
19
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Important ferry crossings to France

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Ferry routes in France

France is a very diverse country when it comes to tourism, but did you know that you can also discover this country by traveling by ferry? Ferry crossings in France offer a unique way to experience the country while enjoying a breathtaking view of the French coastline. Here's a quick guide to help you plan your next ferry trip to France.

Ports and destinations
France is surrounded by many destinations accessible by ferry. The most popular ports are Calais, Dunkirk, Dieppe, Le Havre, Cherbourg, Saint-Malo, Roscoff, Brest, Nantes, Marseille, Toulon, Nice, Ajaccio and Bastia. You can easily reach England, Ireland, Corsica, Sardinia and Algeria from these ports.

Services on board
French ferries offer a wide range of onboard services, including restaurants, bars, stores, children's play areas, relaxation areas and more. Most ships also have private cabins with comfortable beds and private bathrooms, which is convenient for overnight travel.

Helpful Tips
It is recommended to book your ferry ticket in advance, especially if you are traveling during peak periods. Ticket prices may vary depending on the season and the length of your trip. It is also important to check the ferry schedules to best plan your trip. Ferry fares can be cheaper than airfare, so consider comparing prices.

What to do once on board?
During your ferry ride, you can enjoy all the facilities on board, but you can also enjoy the view from the deck of the ship. When you arrive at your destination, you can explore the city or region by car or public transportation. France is known for its vineyards, beaches, castles, gastronomy and much more.

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Most popular ferry routes to France

Looking for a ferry to France? Discover the most popular routes that allow you to sail between different parts of the country and abroad. Whether you want to reach islands, historic ports or picturesque beaches, ferries are a convenient and comfortable way to travel in France.

Popular ferry routes in France include destinations such as Dover, Calais, Santa Teresa Di Gallura, Bonifacio, Rosslare, Cherbourg, Livorno and Bastia and many others. Modern ferries in France offer great facilities and services, from comfortable cabins to on-board restaurants and activities for the whole family.

Use our fare comparison tool to find the best deals on ferry tickets to France and plan your trip. With our easy-to-use search tool, you can find deals and schedules from several ferry companies, including DFDS Seaways, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line, Moby Lines, Blu Navy, Ichnusa Lines or Brittany Ferries. There is sure to be a deal that best suits your needs and budget. Search all 90 ferry routes!

Boat to France from United Kingdom

Dover United Kingdom
Calais France
  • DFDS Seaways Dover Calais
    DFDS Seaways
    15 crossings a day
    1 hrs. 30 min
    26 mi
  • P&O Ferries Dover Calais
    P&O Ferries
    23 crossings a day
    1 hrs. 30 min
    26 mi
  • Norfolk Line Dover Calais
    Norfolk Line
    26 mi
Dover United Kingdom
Dunkerque France
  • DFDS Seaways Dover Dunkerque
    DFDS Seaways
    12 crossings a day
    2 hrs.
    47 mi
  • Norfolk Line Dover Dunkerque
    Norfolk Line
    47 mi
Plymouth United Kingdom
Roscoff France
  • Brittany Ferries Plymouth Roscoff
    Brittany Ferries
    9 crossings a week
    5 hrs. 30 min
    115 mi
Jersey United Kingdom
Saint-Malo France
  • Condor Ferries Jersey Saint-Malo
    Condor Ferries
    13 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 30 min
    39 mi
Portsmouth United Kingdom
Saint-Malo France
  • Brittany Ferries Portsmouth Saint-Malo
    Brittany Ferries
    7 crossings a week
    11 hrs.
    155 mi
Poole United Kingdom
Saint-Malo France
  • Condor Ferries Poole Saint-Malo
    Condor Ferries
    143 mi
Weymouth United Kingdom
Saint-Malo France
  • Condor Ferries Weymouth Saint-Malo
    Condor Ferries
    137 mi
Plymouth United Kingdom
Saint-Malo France
  • Brittany Ferries Plymouth Saint-Malo
    Brittany Ferries
    153 mi
Guernsey United Kingdom
Saint-Malo France
  • Condor Ferries Guernsey Saint-Malo
    Condor Ferries
    6 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 55 min
    62 mi
Jersey United Kingdom
Barneville-Carteret France
  • Manche Îles Express Jersey Barneville-Carteret
    Manche Îles Express
    6 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 10 min
    21 mi
Sark United Kingdom
Barneville-Carteret France
  • Manche Îles Express Sark Barneville-Carteret
    Manche Îles Express
    27 mi
Newhaven United Kingdom
Dieppe France
  • DFDS Seaways Newhaven Dieppe
    DFDS Seaways
    3 crossings a day
    4 hrs.
    75 mi
Portsmouth United Kingdom
Le Havre France
  • Brittany Ferries Portsmouth Le Havre
    Brittany Ferries
    11 crossings a week
    5 hrs. 30 min
    105 mi
Jersey United Kingdom
Flamanville France
  • Manche Îles Express Jersey Flamanville
    Manche Îles Express
    25 mi
Guernsey United Kingdom
Flamanville France
  • Manche Îles Express Guernsey Flamanville
    Manche Îles Express
    5 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 10 min
    33 mi
Alderney United Kingdom
Flamanville France
  • Manche Îles Express Alderney Flamanville
    Manche Îles Express
    2 crossings a week
    55 min
    20 mi
Portsmouth United Kingdom
Caen France
  • Brittany Ferries Portsmouth Caen
    Brittany Ferries
    3 crossings a day
    5 hrs. 50 min
    117 mi
Jersey United Kingdom
Granville France
  • Manche Îles Express Jersey Granville
    Manche Îles Express
    2 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 30 min
    36 mi
Guernsey United Kingdom
Granville France
  • Manche Îles Express Guernsey Granville
    Manche Îles Express
    62 mi
Sark United Kingdom
Granville France
  • Manche Îles Express Sark Granville
    Manche Îles Express
    53 mi
Portsmouth United Kingdom
Cherbourg France
  • Brittany Ferries Portsmouth Cherbourg
    Brittany Ferries
    9 crossings a week
    3 hrs.
    84 mi
  • Condor Ferries Portsmouth Cherbourg
    Condor Ferries
    84 mi
Poole United Kingdom
Cherbourg France
  • Brittany Ferries Poole Cherbourg
    Brittany Ferries
    10 crossings a week
    4 hrs. 20 min
    76 mi

Boat to France from Italy

Santa Teresa Di Gallura Italy
Bonifacio France
  • Moby Lines Santa Teresa Di Gallura Bonifacio
    Moby Lines
    4 crossings a day
    50 min
    10 mi
  • Blu Navy Santa Teresa Di Gallura Bonifacio
    Blu Navy
    4 crossings a day
    1 hrs.
    10 mi
  • Ichnusa Lines Santa Teresa Di Gallura Bonifacio
    Ichnusa Lines
    3 crossings a day
    1 hrs.
    10 mi
Livorno Italy
Bastia France
  • Corsica Ferries Livorno Bastia
    Corsica Ferries
    11 crossings a week
    4 hrs. 10 min
    73 mi
  • Moby Lines Livorno Bastia
    Moby Lines
    14 crossings a week
    4 hrs. 20 min
    73 mi
Genoa Italy
Bastia France
  • Moby Lines Genoa Bastia
    Moby Lines
    14 crossings a week
    6 hrs. 30 min
    121 mi
Portoferraio Italy
Bastia France
  • Corsica Ferries Portoferraio Bastia
    Corsica Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    1 hrs. 30 min
    45 mi
Piombino Italy
Bastia France
  • Corsica Ferries Piombino Bastia
    Corsica Ferries
    4 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 30 min
    57 mi
Savona Italy
Bastia France
  • Corsica Ferries Savona Bastia
    Corsica Ferries
    3 crossings a day
    6 hrs. 20 min
    119 mi
Savona Italy
Calvi France
  • Corsica Ferries Savona Calvi
    Corsica Ferries
    119 mi
Porto Torres Italy
Propriano France
  • La Meridionale Porto Torres Propriano
    La Meridionale
    1 crossings a week
    3 hrs. 30 min
    64 mi
Porto Torres Italy
Marseille France
  • La Meridionale Porto Torres Marseille
    La Meridionale
    1 crossings a week
    17 hrs. 30 min
    230 mi
Livorno Italy
L'Ile-Rousse France
  • Corsica Ferries Livorno L'Ile-Rousse
    Corsica Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    8 hrs.
    94 mi
Savona Italy
L'Ile-Rousse France
  • Corsica Ferries Savona L'Ile-Rousse
    Corsica Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    6 hrs. 20 min
    116 mi
Golfo Aranci Italy
Porto-Vecchio France
  • Corsica Ferries Golfo Aranci Porto-Vecchio
    Corsica Ferries
    3 crossings a week
    2 hrs. 30 min
    44 mi
Porto Torres Italy
Porto-Vecchio France
  • Corsica Ferries Porto Torres Porto-Vecchio
    Corsica Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    3 hrs. 30 min
    69 mi
Trapani Italy
Nice France
  • Corsica Ferries Trapani Nice
    Corsica Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    19 hrs.
    479 mi
Golfo Aranci Italy
Nice France
  • Corsica Ferries Golfo Aranci Nice
    Corsica Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    16 hrs. 50 min
    222 mi
Trapani Italy
Toulon France
  • Corsica Ferries Trapani Toulon
    Corsica Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    19 hrs.
    494 mi
Porto Torres Italy
Toulon France
  • Corsica Ferries Porto Torres Toulon
    Corsica Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    8 hrs.
    203 mi

Boat to France from Ireland

Rosslare Ireland
Cherbourg France
  • Brittany Ferries Rosslare Cherbourg
    Brittany Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    16 hrs.
    276 mi
  • Celtic Link Ferries Rosslare Cherbourg
    Celtic Link Ferries
    276 mi
  • Irish Ferries Rosslare Cherbourg
    Irish Ferries
    276 mi
Cork Ireland
Roscoff France
  • Brittany Ferries Cork Roscoff
    Brittany Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    14 hrs.
    296 mi
Rosslare Ireland
Roscoff France
  • Irish Ferries Rosslare Roscoff
    Irish Ferries
    267 mi
Rosslare Ireland
Le Havre France
  • Brittany Ferries Rosslare Le Havre
    Brittany Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    20 hrs. 30 min
    342 mi
Dublin Ireland
Cherbourg France
  • Irish Ferries Dublin Cherbourg
    Irish Ferries
    4 crossings a week
    18 hrs.
    325 mi

Domestic Ferries in France

Marseille France
Bastia France
  • La Meridionale Marseille Bastia
    La Meridionale
    3 crossings a week
    11 hrs.
    210 mi
  • Corsica Linea Marseille Bastia
    Corsica Linea
    6 crossings a week
    11 hrs.
    210 mi
Nice France
Bastia France
  • Corsica Ferries Nice Bastia
    Corsica Ferries
    7 crossings a week
    5 hrs.
    130 mi
  • Moby Lines Nice Bastia
    Moby Lines
    130 mi
Toulon France
Bastia France
  • Corsica Ferries Toulon Bastia
    Corsica Ferries
    9 crossings a week
    7 hrs.
    180 mi
Nice France
Calvi France
  • Corsica Ferries Nice Calvi
    Corsica Ferries
    109 mi
Toulon France
Calvi France
  • Corsica Ferries Toulon Calvi
    Corsica Ferries
    148 mi
Groix France
Lorient France
  • Compagnie Océane Groix Lorient
    Compagnie Océane
    9 mi
Marseille France
Propriano France
  • La Meridionale Marseille Propriano
    La Meridionale
    3 crossings a week
    12 hrs.
    212 mi
  • Corsica Linea Marseille Propriano
    Corsica Linea
    212 mi
Belle-Ile-en-Mer France
Quiberon France
  • Compagnie Océane Belle-Ile-en-Mer Quiberon
    Compagnie Océane
    10 mi
Bastia France
Marseille France
  • La Meridionale Bastia Marseille
    La Meridionale
    4 crossings a week
    12 hrs. 30 min
    210 mi
  • Corsica Linea Bastia Marseille
    Corsica Linea
    4 crossings a week
    12 hrs.
    210 mi
Propriano France
Marseille France
  • La Meridionale Propriano Marseille
    La Meridionale
    3 crossings a week
    12 hrs. 30 min
    212 mi
  • Corsica Linea Propriano Marseille
    Corsica Linea
    212 mi
L'Ile-Rousse France
Marseille France
  • Corsica Linea L'Ile-Rousse Marseille
    Corsica Linea
    4 crossings a week
    10 hrs. 30 min
    186 mi
Porto-Vecchio France
Marseille France
  • La Meridionale Porto-Vecchio Marseille
    La Meridionale
    1 crossings a week
    14 hrs.
    231 mi
  • Corsica Linea Porto-Vecchio Marseille
    Corsica Linea
    3 crossings a week
    14 hrs.
    231 mi
Ajaccio France
Marseille France
  • La Meridionale Ajaccio Marseille
    La Meridionale
    3 crossings a week
    12 hrs.
    195 mi
  • Corsica Linea Ajaccio Marseille
    Corsica Linea
    5 crossings a week
    12 hrs.
    195 mi
Marseille France
L'Ile-Rousse France
  • Corsica Linea Marseille L'Ile-Rousse
    Corsica Linea
    4 crossings a week
    11 hrs.
    186 mi
Nice France
L'Ile-Rousse France
  • Corsica Ferries Nice L'Ile-Rousse
    Corsica Ferries
    4 crossings a week
    4 hrs. 10 min
    112 mi
Toulon France
L'Ile-Rousse France
  • Corsica Ferries Toulon L'Ile-Rousse
    Corsica Ferries
    7 crossings a week
    5 hrs. 30 min
    156 mi
Marseille France
Porto-Vecchio France
  • La Meridionale Marseille Porto-Vecchio
    La Meridionale
    1 crossings a week
    17 hrs.
    231 mi
  • Corsica Linea Marseille Porto-Vecchio
    Corsica Linea
    3 crossings a week
    13 hrs. 30 min
    231 mi
Nice France
Porto-Vecchio France
  • Corsica Ferries Nice Porto-Vecchio
    Corsica Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    10 hrs. 30 min
    178 mi
Toulon France
Porto-Vecchio France
  • Corsica Ferries Toulon Porto-Vecchio
    Corsica Ferries
    3 crossings a week
    11 hrs.
    201 mi
Bastia France
Nice France
  • Corsica Ferries Bastia Nice
    Corsica Ferries
    6 crossings a week
    5 hrs.
    130 mi
  • Moby Lines Bastia Nice
    Moby Lines
    130 mi
Calvi France
Nice France
  • Corsica Ferries Calvi Nice
    Corsica Ferries
    109 mi
L'Ile-Rousse France
Nice France
  • Corsica Ferries L'Ile-Rousse Nice
    Corsica Ferries
    3 crossings a week
    4 hrs. 10 min
    112 mi
Porto-Vecchio France
Nice France
  • Corsica Ferries Porto-Vecchio Nice
    Corsica Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    13 hrs.
    178 mi
Ajaccio France
Nice France
  • Corsica Ferries Ajaccio Nice
    Corsica Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    5 hrs. 30 min
    144 mi
Marseille France
Ajaccio France
  • La Meridionale Marseille Ajaccio
    La Meridionale
    4 crossings a week
    12 hrs.
    195 mi
  • Corsica Linea Marseille Ajaccio
    Corsica Linea
    4 crossings a week
    9 hrs. 30 min
    195 mi
Nice France
Ajaccio France
  • Corsica Ferries Nice Ajaccio
    Corsica Ferries
    3 crossings a week
    5 hrs. 30 min
    144 mi
Toulon France
Ajaccio France
  • Corsica Ferries Toulon Ajaccio
    Corsica Ferries
    12 crossings a week
    6 hrs.
    165 mi
Bastia France
Toulon France
  • Corsica Ferries Bastia Toulon
    Corsica Ferries
    8 crossings a week
    7 hrs. 30 min
    180 mi
Calvi France
Toulon France
  • Corsica Ferries Calvi Toulon
    Corsica Ferries
    148 mi
L'Ile-Rousse France
Toulon France
  • Corsica Ferries L'Ile-Rousse Toulon
    Corsica Ferries
    7 crossings a week
    5 hrs. 30 min
    156 mi
Porto-Vecchio France
Toulon France
  • Corsica Ferries Porto-Vecchio Toulon
    Corsica Ferries
    5 crossings a week
    9 hrs. 30 min
    201 mi
Ajaccio France
Toulon France
  • Corsica Ferries Ajaccio Toulon
    Corsica Ferries
    13 crossings a week
    6 hrs.
    165 mi
Quiberon France
Belle-Ile-en-Mer France
  • Compagnie Océane Quiberon Belle-Ile-en-Mer
    Compagnie Océane
    10 mi
Lorient France
Groix France
  • Compagnie Océane Lorient Groix
    Compagnie Océane
    9 mi

Boat to France from Morocco

Tangier Morocco
Marseille France
  • La Meridionale Tangier Marseille
    La Meridionale
    789 mi
Tangier Morocco
Sete France
  • Grandi Navi Veloci Tangier Sete
    Grandi Navi Veloci
    2 crossings a week
    40 hrs. 20 min
    729 mi
Nador Morocco
Sete France
  • Grandi Navi Veloci Nador Sete
    Grandi Navi Veloci
    1 crossings a week
    40 hrs. 50 min
    669 mi

Boat to France from Algeria

Algiers Algeria
Marseille France
  • Algérie Ferries Algiers Marseille
    Algérie Ferries
    2 crossings a week
    21 hrs.
    467 mi
  • Corsica Linea Algiers Marseille
    Corsica Linea
    3 crossings a week
    23 hrs.
    467 mi
Oran Algeria
Marseille France
  • Algérie Ferries Oran Marseille
    Algérie Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    26 hrs.
    615 mi
Annaba Algeria
Marseille France
  • Algérie Ferries Annaba Marseille
    Algérie Ferries
    459 mi
Bejaia Algeria
Marseille France
  • Algérie Ferries Bejaia Marseille
    Algérie Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    21 hrs.
    453 mi
Skikda Algeria
Marseille France
  • Algérie Ferries Skikda Marseille
    Algérie Ferries
    1 crossings a week
    20 hrs.
    451 mi
Skikda Algeria
Marseille France
  • Algérie Ferries Skikda Marseille
    Algérie Ferries
    450 mi

Boat to France from Tunisia

Tunis Tunisia
Marseille France
  • Corsica Linea Tunis Marseille
    Corsica Linea
    3 crossings a week
    22 hrs. 30 min
    515 mi
  • CTN Tunisia Ferries Tunis Marseille
    CTN Tunisia Ferries
    3 crossings a week
    21 hrs.
    515 mi

Boat to France from Spain

Alcudia Spain
Toulon France
  • Corsica Ferries Alcudia Toulon
    Corsica Ferries
    269 mi
Gijon Spain
Saint-Nazaire France
  • GLD Atlantique Gijon Saint-Nazaire
    GLD Atlantique
    307 mi
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FAQs about travelling by ferry to France

Simply search for ferries to France on Vivanoda among the 90 routes we offer and compare prices. Finally, select the desired ferry crossing and book it.

There are 19 ferry companies operating to France: DFDS Seaways, P&O Ferries, Norfolk Line, Moby Lines, Blu Navy, Ichnusa Lines, Brittany Ferries, Celtic Link Ferries, Irish Ferries, Corsica Ferries, La Meridionale, Corsica Linea, Compagnie Océane, Condor Ferries, Algérie Ferries, CTN Tunisia Ferries, Manche Îles Express, GLD Atlantique and Grandi Navi Veloci ...

Dover-Calais, Santa Teresa Di Gallura-Bonifacio, Rosslare-Cherbourg and Livorno-Bastia are the most popular ferry routes for travelers.

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