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How to get from Saint-Malo to Portsmouth by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Saint-Malo to Portsmouth can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Saint-Malo to Portsmouth 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 Condor Ferries or Brittany Ferries. This way you can find the best deal on a Saint-Malo Portsmouth 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 Saint-Malo to Portsmouth simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Saint-Malo to Portsmouth Ferry Information

Port of departure
Saint-Malo
France
Brittany
Port of Arrival
Portsmouth
United Kingdom
England
Distance
155 mi
Ferry Companies
Condor Ferries, Brittany Ferries
Frequency of crossings
7 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
8 hours 50 min
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Ferry Saint-Malo Portsmouth: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Saint-Malo to Portsmouth, you'll find tickets range from £65 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £340 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Saint-Malo to Portsmouth route is £158. The average ferry crossing time from Saint-Malo to Portsmouth is 9 hours. The slowest ferries will take 12 hours 15 min to reach Portsmouth, while the fastest boats will arrive in Portsmouth in 8 hours 50 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Saint-Malo at 10:30. The last boat to Portsmouth leaves the port of Saint-Malo at 20:30.

Average price of a Saint-Malo to Portsmouth ferry crossing
£158
Price range of ferries Saint-Malo Portsmouth (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£65 - £340
Average crossing time Saint-Malo Portsmouth
9 hours
Departure time of first ferry to Portsmouth
10:30
Time last ferry leaves for Portsmouth
20:30
Arrival time of first ferry to Portsmouth
07:45
Arrival time of last ferry to Portsmouth
18:20

Why travel by ferry from Saint-Malo to Portsmouth?

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

Transporting your bike is not a problem
Travelling with your bike on a train, plane or bus is often a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the ship's huge garage. You travel from Saint-Malo to Portsmouth with complete peace of mind, without fear of damage to your bike. You will get on your bike in Portsmouth to get off the boat.
Take an unlimited amount of luggage
One piece of luggage is free, all the others have to be paid for. This is often the formula used when we travel with other modes of transport, which very often leads to a significant increase in the bill. However, when you board a Brittany Ferries ferry in Saint-Malo, you are free to take as much luggage as you like, as long as it is contained in your vehicle. If you are travelling as a pedestrian, the conditions may be more restrictive as you will need to carry your luggage with you until you arrive in Portsmouth. However, many ships provide luggage storage for foot passengers. Check with Brittany Ferries.
Taking your time becomes a pleasure
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 Saint-Malo on a Brittany Ferries ferry that will travel the 155 mi to Portsmouth at less than 40km/h. All ships are equipped with lounges, restaurants, promenade decks, and sometimes much more... You may even regret arriving in Portsmouth so quickly!

Which companies operate between Saint-Malo and Portsmouth?

If you want to travel between Saint-Malo and Portsmouth 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 Saint-Malo Portsmouth
Brittany Ferries
Brittany Ferries is a Brittany-based shipping company operating ferry services to England, Ireland and Spain. On Vivanoda, you can compare Saint-Malo-Portsmouth fares and book a Brittany Ferries ticket between Saint-Malo and Portsmouth. Brittany Ferries operates 7 crossings a week to Portsmouth from Saint-Malo and the journey time is 8 hours 50 min. More information about Brittany Ferries
8 hours 50 min
7 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Saint-Malo? Where do the boats arrive in Portsmouth?

Port of departure in Saint-Malo

Brittany Ferries ferries depart for Portsmouth from the following ports in Saint-Malo:

Saint Malo - Gare Maritime
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Port of arrival in Portsmouth

Brittany Ferries ships arrive in Portsmouth from the following ports:

Portsmouth Continental Ferry Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Saint-Malo to Portsmouth, it will take you at least 8 hours 50 min to cover the 155 mi between Saint-Malo and Portsmouth.

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

There are 1 ferry companies operating between Saint-Malo and Portsmouth: Brittany Ferries.

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

Before booking, compare the prices of Condor Ferries, 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 Saint-Malo Portsmouth 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 Saint-Malo and Portsmouth, you will travel 155 mi.

To go by boat from Saint-Malo to Portsmouth, you can find prices ranging from £65 for the lowest, to £340 for the highest. The average price we observed was £158.

The first ferry leaves Saint-Malo at 10:30 for Portsmouth.

The last ferry to Portsmouth usually departs from Saint-Malo at 20:30.

What is a Saint-Malo to Portsmouth ferry crossing like?

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Saint-Malo and Portsmouth would be like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Saint-Malo to disembarkation in Portsmouth, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Condor Ferries and Brittany Ferries. You will also find practical information about Saint-Malo and Portsmouth.

Ready for boarding in Saint-Malo

Before you set off on your Saint-Malo Portsmouth ferry journey, here are some steps to take before boarding:

  • Arrival time in Saint-Malo port / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with Brittany Ferries) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Saint-Malo ferry terminal. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Saint-Malo Portsmouth crossing / At the Saint-Malo ferry terminal, look for the Brittany Ferries counters and present your passport and 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 Portsmouth / Watch out for voice messages in the Saint-Malo ferry terminal inviting you to board. If you are travelling by car, Brittany Ferries staff will give you instructions on how to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

On board the ship between Saint-Malo and Portsmouth

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.

Ferry arrival in Portsmouth

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

  • Portsmouth Harbour is in sight / Access to the garage to retrieve your vehicle will not be allowed by the crew until the boat is moored. There is no need to rush. If you want to wait, we recommend that you watch the entry into Portsmouth Harbour from the outer decks.
  • If you are in a cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Portsmouth Harbour.
  • Leave the ship and Portsmouth is yours / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Portsmouth. At last, your holiday in Portsmouth has begun!

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