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How to get from Portsmouth to Guernsey by ferry ?

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

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

Most Condor 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 Guernsey simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Portsmouth to Guernsey Ferry Information

Port of departure
Portsmouth
United Kingdom
England
Port of Arrival
Guernsey
United Kingdom
Channel Islands
Distance
115 mi
Ferry Companies
Brittany Ferries, Condor Ferries
Frequency of crossings
7 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
7 hours
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Ferry Portsmouth Guernsey: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Portsmouth to Guernsey, you'll find tickets range from £39 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £175 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Portsmouth to Guernsey route is £96. The average ferry crossing time from Portsmouth to Guernsey is 8 hours 7 min. The slowest ferries will take 12 hours 30 min to reach Guernsey, while the fastest boats will arrive in Guernsey in 7 hours. The first ferry leaves the port of Portsmouth at 08:00. The last boat to Guernsey leaves the port of Portsmouth at 09:15.

Average price of a Portsmouth to Guernsey ferry crossing
£96
Price range of ferries Portsmouth Guernsey (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£39 - £175
Average crossing time Portsmouth Guernsey
8 hours 7 min
Departure time of first ferry to Guernsey
08:00
Time last ferry leaves for Guernsey
09:15
Arrival time of first ferry to Guernsey
15:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Guernsey
21:30

Why travel by ferry from Portsmouth to Guernsey?

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

Enjoy a very attentive staff
Every minute of the Portsmouth-Guernsey crossing, from embarkation in the port of Portsmouth to disembarkation in Guernsey, qualified and smiling Condor Ferries staff are at your disposal to ensure you have a pleasant time. You can find an 'information point' on the ship, mostly on the main deck.
It's much less boring than on a plane
If you compare the speed, the plane is certainly the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Guernsey. 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 Portsmouth Guernsey crossing on the Condor 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.
For the comfort of a cabin
Although booking a cabin on the Portsmouth to Guernsey crossing is optional, it is a comfort that should be enjoyed. Like real hotel rooms, they offer travellers beds, bathrooms and, in some suites, portholes and balconies. While their use is most obvious on an overnight crossing, it is perfectly possible to book one during the day.

Which companies operate between Portsmouth and Guernsey?

If you want to travel between Portsmouth and Guernsey by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Condor 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.

Condor Ferries Portsmouth Guernsey
Condor Ferries
Since 1964, Condor Ferries has been the leading company for connections between St Malo and the Channel Islands and Great Britain. On Vivanoda, you can compare Portsmouth-Guernsey fares and book a Condor Ferries ticket between Portsmouth and Guernsey. Condor Ferries operates 7 crossings a week to Guernsey from Portsmouth and the journey time is 7 hours. More information about Condor Ferries
7 hours
7 crossings a week

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

Port of departure in Portsmouth

Condor Ferries ferries depart for Guernsey from the following ports in Portsmouth:

Portsmouth Continental Ferry Terminal
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Port of arrival in Guernsey

Condor Ferries ships arrive in Guernsey from the following ports:

Saint Peter Guernsey Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Portsmouth to Guernsey, it will take you at least 7 hours to cover the 115 mi between Portsmouth and Guernsey.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Portsmouth and Guernsey in winter) and the ferry company (Condor Ferries). There are currently 7 crossings a week between Portsmouth and Guernsey.

There are 1 ferry companies operating between Portsmouth and Guernsey: Condor 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 Guernsey 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 Guernsey, you will travel 115 mi.

To go by boat from Portsmouth to Guernsey, you can find prices ranging from £39 for the lowest, to £175 for the highest. The average price we observed was £96.

The first ferry leaves Portsmouth at 08:00 for Guernsey.

The last ferry to Guernsey usually departs from Portsmouth at 09:15.

Experience a Portsmouth to Guernsey ferry crossing

If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Portsmouth to Guernsey sea crossing is like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Portsmouth to disembarkation in Guernsey, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Brittany Ferries and Condor Ferries. You will also find practical information about Portsmouth and Guernsey.

Boarding in Portsmouth

Before your Portsmouth Guernsey ferry journey begins, here are the few steps to embark:

  • Arrival time in Portsmouth port / You should arrive in the port of Portsmouth well in advance. Please check this with your Condor Ferries company. After this time, the company may refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Portsmouth Guernsey crossing / In Portsmouth, present your identity papers (passport or CNI) and the booking number at the 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 Guernsey / From the Portsmouth ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. By car, follow the instructions of Condor Ferries staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

Portsmouth to Guernsey crossing: on board the ship...

On Condor 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.

Guernsey is in sight, disembarkation imminent!

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

  • The ferry enters Guernsey Harbour / You will only be allowed access to the garage once the boat is moored. There is no need to rush. If you want to wait, we recommend that you watch the entry into Guernsey Harbour from the outer decks.
  • If you are in a cabin. / If you have travelled from Portsmouth to Guernsey in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Guernsey.
  • Leave the ship and Guernsey is yours / Driving out of the ship's garage is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. The customs staff at Guernsey harbour can give you a check. Finally, leave the port and Guernsey is waiting for you!

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