Portsmouth to Cherbourg Ferries
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How to get from Portsmouth to Cherbourg by ferry ?
Looking for the perfect Portsmouth to Cherbourg ferry ticket? 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, so 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 deal on a Portsmouth Cherbourg ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.
Most Condor Ferries or 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 Portsmouth to Cherbourg simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.
Portsmouth to Cherbourg Ferry Information
Ferry Portsmouth Cherbourg: Fares, Timetables and Duration
To travel by ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg, you'll find tickets range from £71 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £387 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Portsmouth to Cherbourg route is £152. The average ferry crossing time from Portsmouth to Cherbourg is 7 hours 7 min. The slowest ferries will take 8 hours to reach Cherbourg, while the fastest boats will arrive in Cherbourg in 3 hours. The first ferry leaves the port of Portsmouth at 07:00. The last boat to Cherbourg leaves the port of Portsmouth at 23:16.
Why travel by ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg?
Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple 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 a ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg is an ideal way to travel.
Which companies operate between Portsmouth and Cherbourg?
If you want to travel between Portsmouth and Cherbourg by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Condor Ferries or 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.
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:
Port of arrival in Cherbourg
Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries ships arrive in Cherbourg from the following ports:
FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
If you take a ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg, it will take you at least 3 hours 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.
Before booking, compare the prices of Brittany Ferries, Condor 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 Portsmouth Cherbourg 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 Portsmouth and Cherbourg, you will travel 84 mi.
To go by boat from Portsmouth to Cherbourg, you can find prices ranging from £71 for the lowest, to £387 for the highest. The average price we observed was £152.
The first ferry leaves Portsmouth at 07:00 for Cherbourg.
The last ferry to Cherbourg usually departs from Portsmouth at 23:16.
What is a Portsmouth to Cherbourg ferry crossing like?
If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Portsmouth to Cherbourg sea crossing is like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Portsmouth to disembarkation in Cherbourg, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Brittany Ferries and Condor Ferries. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Portsmouth and Cherbourg.
Ready for boarding in Portsmouth
Before you set off on your Portsmouth Cherbourg ferry journey, here are some steps to take before boarding:
- Arrival time in Portsmouth port / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with Condor Ferries or Brittany Ferries) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Portsmouth ferry terminal. After this time, the company may refuse you boarding.
- Checking in for the Portsmouth Cherbourg crossing / In Portsmouth, present your identity papers (passport or CNI) and the booking number at the Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries ticket offices at the Portsmouth ferry terminal. By car, the process is the same, but directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
- Boarding the ferry to Cherbourg / Watch out for voice messages in the Portsmouth ferry terminal inviting you to board. If you are travelling by car, Brittany Ferries or Condor Ferries staff will give you instructions on how to board and park your vehicle on the ship.
Life on board the ferry between Portsmouth and Cherbourg
On the Condor Ferries or Brittany Ferries ship, everyone has their own travel philosophy. Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.
Cherbourg is in sight, disembarkation imminent!
Finally you will find some information for the arrival of the ferry in Cherbourg:
- The ferry enters Cherbourg Harbour / You will be allowed to return to the ship's garage once the ferry has docked. There is no need to rush. It is best to wait on the outside decks to watch the ferry manoeuvre into Cherbourg Harbour.
- Vacate your cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Cherbourg Harbour.
- Leaving the ship and exploring Cherbourg / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Cherbourg. Finally, leave the port and Cherbourg is waiting for you!
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