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How to get from Roscoff to Plymouth by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Roscoff to Plymouth ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Roscoff to Plymouth is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Roscoff to Plymouth can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Roscoff to Plymouth 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. This way you can find the best deal on a Roscoff Plymouth ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Brittany Ferries ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.

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

Roscoff to Plymouth Ferry Information

Port of departure
Roscoff
France
Brittany
Port of Arrival
Plymouth
United Kingdom
England
Distance
115 mi
Ferry Companies
Brittany Ferries
Frequency of crossings
9 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
5 hours 30 min
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Ferry Roscoff Plymouth: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Roscoff to Plymouth, you'll find tickets range from £65 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £365 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Roscoff to Plymouth route is £171. The average ferry crossing time from Roscoff to Plymouth is 5 hours 56 min. The slowest ferries will take 6 hours 40 min to reach Plymouth, while the fastest boats will arrive in Plymouth in 5 hours 15 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Roscoff at 09:00. The last boat to Plymouth leaves the port of Roscoff at 15:00.

Average price of a Roscoff to Plymouth ferry crossing
£171
Price range of ferries Roscoff Plymouth (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£65 - £365
Average crossing time Roscoff Plymouth
5 hours 56 min
Departure time of first ferry to Plymouth
09:00
Time last ferry leaves for Plymouth
15:00
Arrival time of first ferry to Plymouth
13:15
Arrival time of last ferry to Plymouth
20:10

Why travel by ferry from Roscoff to Plymouth?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Roscoff to Plymouth ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Plymouth. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Roscoff to Plymouth is an ideal way to travel.

Taking your time becomes a pleasure
We live in a society where everything goes faster and faster. Sailing at less than 40km/h on board a Brittany Ferries ferry for the 115 mi between Roscoff and Plymouth will be a relaxing stop. All ships are equipped with lounges, restaurants, promenade decks, and sometimes much more... You may even regret arriving in Plymouth so quickly!
Enjoy the fresh sea air
The health benefits of the sea have long been proven. In Roscoff, as soon as you leave the port, take a walk on the deck of the Brittany Ferries boat and enjoy the sea spray and the invigorating oxygen-enriched sea air: a real thalasso cure and very effective for ventilating the lungs! A feeling of well-being will quickly take hold of you. This will allow you to start your holiday in Plymouth full of energy.
It's much less boring than on a plane
Generally speaking, to get to Plymouth or anywhere else, the plane is the fastest way. But you are stuck in your seat, strapped in by your seatbelt, and there is almost no opportunity to travel. On the other hand, during the Roscoff Plymouth crossing on the Brittany Ferries ferry, you have total freedom in your activities, to eat, walk, entertain or rest. A flight will never provide you with so many services during the trip.

Which companies operate between Roscoff and Plymouth?

If you want to travel between Roscoff and Plymouth by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Brittany Ferries who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.

Brittany Ferries Roscoff Plymouth
Brittany Ferries
Brittany Ferries is a Brittany-based shipping company operating ferry services to England, Ireland and Spain. On Vivanoda, you can compare Roscoff-Plymouth fares and book a Brittany Ferries ticket between Roscoff and Plymouth. Brittany Ferries operates 9 crossings a week to Plymouth from Roscoff and the journey time is 5 hours 30 min. More information about Brittany Ferries
5 hours 30 min
9 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Roscoff? Where do the boats arrive in Plymouth?

Port of departure in Roscoff

Brittany Ferries ferries depart for Plymouth from the following ports in Roscoff:

Bloscon Car Ferry
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Port of arrival in Plymouth

Brittany Ferries ships arrive in Plymouth from the following ports:

Plymouth Ferry Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Roscoff to Plymouth, it will take you at least 5 hours 30 min to cover the 115 mi between Roscoff and Plymouth.

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

There are 1 ferry companies operating between Roscoff and Plymouth: Brittany Ferries.

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

Before booking, compare the prices of Brittany Ferries on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Roscoff Plymouth ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Roscoff and Plymouth, you will travel 115 mi.

To go by boat from Roscoff to Plymouth, you can find prices ranging from £65 for the lowest, to £365 for the highest. The average price we observed was £171.

The first ferry leaves Roscoff at 09:00 for Plymouth.

The last ferry to Plymouth usually departs from Roscoff at 15:00.

What is the Roscoff to Plymouth ferry crossing like?

If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Roscoff to Plymouth sea crossing is like. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a Brittany Ferries ferry cruise, here we explain the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Roscoff to disembarking in Plymouth. You will also find practical information about Roscoff and Plymouth.

Ready for boarding in Roscoff

Before you set off on your Roscoff Plymouth ferry journey, here are some steps to take before boarding:

  • Presentation at the port of Roscoff / You should arrive in the port of Roscoff well in advance. Please check this with your Brittany Ferries company. After this time, the company may refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Roscoff Plymouth crossing / At the Roscoff ferry terminal, look for the Brittany Ferries counters and present your passport and booking number. By car, the process is the same, but directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Plymouth / From the Roscoff ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. If you are travelling by car, Brittany Ferries staff will give you instructions on how to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

Roscoff to Plymouth crossing: on board the ship...

On Brittany Ferries ships, there is something for everyone. Some will want to relax in one of the reclining lounges, others will want to make the most of all the services offered on board or simply enjoy the view of the sea from the ship's deck.

Plymouth is in sight, disembarkation imminent!

Finally you will find some information for the arrival of the ferry in Plymouth:

  • Plymouth Harbour is in sight / You will only be allowed access to the garage once the boat is moored. There is no point in rushing. If you want to wait, we recommend that you watch the entry into Plymouth Harbour from the outer decks.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have travelled from Roscoff to Plymouth in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Plymouth.
  • Leave the ship and Plymouth is yours / Driving out of the ship's garage is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Plymouth. At last, your holiday in Plymouth has begun!

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