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How to get from Portsmouth to Cherbourg by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Portsmouth to Cherbourg can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Portsmouth to Cherbourg 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 Portsmouth Cherbourg ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Condor Ferries or Brittany 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 Portsmouth to Cherbourg simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Portsmouth to Cherbourg Ferry Information

Port of departure
Portsmouth
United Kingdom
England
Port of arrival
Cherbourg
France
Normandy
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 Portsmouth Cherbourg: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg, you'll find tickets ranging from $87 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $472 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Portsmouth-Cherbourg route is $185. The average ferry crossing time from Portsmouth to Cherbourg is 7 hrs. 7 min. The slowest ferries will take 8 hrs. to reach Cherbourg, while the fastest boats will reach Cherbourg in 3 hrs.. The first ferry leaves the port of Portsmouth at 07:00. The last ferry to Cherbourg leaves Portsmouth at 23:16.

Average price of a Portsmouth Cherbourg ferry crossing
$185
Price range for Portsmouth Cherbourg ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$87 - $472
Average crossing time Portsmouth Cherbourg
7 hrs. 7 min
Departure time of first ferry to Cherbourg
07:00
Departure time of last ferry to Cherbourg
23:16
Arrival time first ferry to Cherbourg
08:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Cherbourg
11:00

Why take a ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg ?

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

Not to be bored on board... unlike the plane
If we compare the speed, the plane is certainly the fastest way to go from Portsmouth to Cherbourg. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. On the other hand, during the Portsmouth Cherbourg crossing on the Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries ferry, you have total freedom in your activities, to eat, walk, have fun or rest. The services and the level of freedom during a flight are radically different!
To enjoy the incredible sea view
Every time we go on vacation on the coast, we are looking for the best view on the sea. You will enjoy a 360° ocean view from the port of Portsmouth to Cherbourg, 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.
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 Condor Ferries or Brittany Ferries ferry in Portsmouth, you are free to take as much luggage as you like, as long as it is contained in your vehicle. If you are traveling without a car, then you will be restricted in your movements all the way to Cherbourg. However, many ships provide luggage storage for foot passengers. Check with Condor Ferries or Brittany Ferries.

Which companies operate between Portsmouth and Cherbourg?

If you're looking to travel between Portsmouth and Cherbourg by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Condor Ferries or Brittany 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.

Condor Ferries Portsmouth Cherbourg
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 Portsmouth-Cherbourg fares and book a Condor Ferries ticket between Portsmouth and Cherbourg. More information about Condor Ferries
Brittany Ferries Portsmouth Cherbourg
Brittany Ferries
Brittany Ferries is a Brittany-based shipping company operating ferry services to England, Ireland and Spain. On Vivanoda, you can compare Portsmouth-Cherbourg fares and book a Brittany Ferries ticket between Portsmouth and Cherbourg. Brittany Ferries operates 9 crossings a week to Cherbourg from Portsmouth and the journey time is 3 hrs.. More information about Brittany Ferries
3 hrs.
9 crossings a week

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

Port of departure in Portsmouth

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

Portsmouth Continental Ferry Terminal
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Port of arrival in Cherbourg

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

Cherbourg - Gare Maritime
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

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

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

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

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

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

To go by boat from Portsmouth to Cherbourg, you can find prices ranging from $87 for the lowest, to $472 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $185.

The first ferry leaves Portsmouth at 07:00 for Cherbourg.

The last ferry to Cherbourg from Portsmouth usually departs at 23:16.

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