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How to get from Portsmouth to Le Havre by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Portsmouth to Le Havre can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Portsmouth to Le Havre 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 Le Havre 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 Portsmouth to Le Havre simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Portsmouth to Le Havre Ferry Information

Port of departure
Portsmouth
United Kingdom
England
Port of Arrival
Le Havre
France
Normandy
Distance
105 mi
Ferry Companies
Brittany Ferries, Condor Ferries
Frequency of crossings
11 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
5 hours 30 min
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Ferry Portsmouth Le Havre: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Portsmouth to Le Havre, you'll find tickets range from £158 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £212 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Portsmouth to Le Havre route is £178. The average ferry crossing time from Portsmouth to Le Havre is 7 hours 59 min. The slowest ferries will take 7 hours 59 min to reach Le Havre, while the fastest boats will arrive in Le Havre in 7 hours 59 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Portsmouth at 23:31.

Average price of a Portsmouth to Le Havre ferry crossing
£178
Price range of ferries Portsmouth Le Havre (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£158 - £212
Average crossing time Portsmouth Le Havre
7 hours 59 min
Departure time of first ferry to Le Havre
23:31
Arrival time of first ferry to Le Havre
08:30

Why travel by ferry from Portsmouth to Le Havre?

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

To enjoy the incredible sea view
Generally, when we go on holiday by the sea, we look for a sea view as much as possible (at the restaurant, at the hotel, on a hike...). During the Portsmouth Le Havre crossing, whether you are on deck, dining in the restaurant or relaxing in the comfortable lounges of the Brittany Ferries ship, you will simply have a front row seat to the incredible spectacle that the sea offers. Everywhere, large windows give you an extraordinary view of the azure blue sea to make the most of its soothing power.
Not to be bored on board... unlike the plane
If you compare the speed, the plane is certainly the fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Le Havre. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. On the other hand, during the Portsmouth Le Havre crossing on the Brittany Ferries ferry, you have total freedom in your activities, to eat, walk, entertain or rest. A totally different experience to flying!
To finally take the time to travel
It is well known that we live in a society where everything has to go fast, faster and faster. Yet you will enjoy setting sail from Portsmouth on a Brittany Ferries ferry that will travel the 105 mi to Le Havre at less than 40km/h. All ships are equipped with a multitude of services (bar, restaurants, lounges, entertainment, etc...). You may even find your Portsmouth-Le Havre crossing a little too short!

Which companies operate between Portsmouth and Le Havre?

If you want to travel between Portsmouth and Le Havre 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 Portsmouth Le Havre
Brittany Ferries
Brittany Ferries is a Brittany-based shipping company operating ferry services to England, Ireland and Spain. On Vivanoda, you can compare Portsmouth-Le Havre fares and book a Brittany Ferries ticket between Portsmouth and Le Havre. Brittany Ferries operates 11 crossings a week to Le Havre from Portsmouth and the journey time is 5 hours 30 min. More information about Brittany Ferries
5 hours 30 min
11 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Portsmouth? Where do the boats arrive in Le Havre?

Port of departure in Portsmouth

Brittany Ferries ferries depart for Le Havre from the following ports in Portsmouth:

Portsmouth Continental Ferry Terminal
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Port of arrival in Le Havre

Brittany Ferries ships arrive in Le Havre from the following ports:

Le Havre Terminal de la Citadelle
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Portsmouth to Le Havre, it will take you at least 5 hours 30 min to cover the 105 mi between Portsmouth and Le Havre.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Portsmouth and Le Havre in winter) and the ferry company (Brittany Ferries). There are currently 11 crossings a week between Portsmouth and Le Havre.

There are 1 ferry companies operating between Portsmouth and Le Havre: 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 Le Havre 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 Le Havre, you will travel 105 mi.

To go by boat from Portsmouth to Le Havre, you can find prices ranging from £158 for the lowest, to £212 for the highest. The average price we observed was £178.

The first ferry leaves Portsmouth at 23:31 for Le Havre.

Your Portsmouth to Le Havre ferry experience

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Portsmouth and Le Havre would be like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Portsmouth to disembarkation in Le Havre, 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 Le Havre.

Boarding in Portsmouth

Before you set off on your Portsmouth Le Havre 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 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 - Le Havre crossing / Go to the Brittany Ferries desk at Portsmouth ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your booking number. If you are travelling by car, please stand in the reserved lanes. Check-in will take place directly from your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Le Havre / Information messages are broadcast in the Portsmouth ferry terminal to invite you to board. By car, follow the instructions of Brittany Ferries staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the ship between Portsmouth and Le Havre

On board the Brittany Ferries ship, you can choose your activities according to your preferences! Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Le Havre is in sight, disembarkation imminent!

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Le Havre:

  • Approaching Le Havre Harbour / You will not be able to return to your vehicle until the ferry has come to rest and tied up to the quay in Le Havre Harbour. There is no need to rush. It is best to wait on the outside decks to watch the ferry manoeuvre into Le Havre Harbour.
  • If you are in a cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Le Havre Harbour.
  • Leave the ship and Le Havre is yours / 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 Le Havre. Finally, your stay in Le Havre begins in earnest!

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