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Ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth

Depending on the season their are about 3 weekly sailings between Cherbourg and Portsmouth.Brittany Ferries provides the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth. Cherbourg Portsmouth ferries take around 6 hours 31 minutes. The ferry costs between $300.22 and $1,326.16, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Cherbourg to Portsmouth.

What's the ferry schedule from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

The earliest Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry typically departs Cherbourg at about 12:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 23:30.

How long is the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

Ferries from Cherbourg to Portsmouth sail in around 6 hours 31 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 4 hours 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Cherbourg Portsmouth Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 3 weekly sailings from Cherbourg to Portsmouth provided by Brittany Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost fromCherbourg to Portsmouth?

The price of a ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth typically range between $300.22* and $1,326.16*. On average the Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry is $625.73*. The cheapest Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry prices start from $300.22*. The average price for a foot passenger is $478.51*. The average price for a car is $659.14*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 February 2025.

What is the distance from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

The distance between Cherbourg to Portsmouth is approximately 88 miles (142km) or 76 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth with a car?

Yes, Cherbourg Portsmouth ferries allow cars onboard with Brittany Ferries between Cherbourg and Portsmouth. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Cherbourg and Portsmouth use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

Brittany Ferries allow foot passengers on Cherbourg Portsmouth ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

Brittany Ferries allow pets on ferries from Cherbourg to Portsmouth. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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Cherbourg Guide

The French city and port of Cherbourg is located on the Cotentin Peninsular in the north west of France. Invaded by the Vikings in the 9th century who were instrumental in developing Cherbourg into a port, the city has a long history. In Napoleonic times the harbour was fortified in order to prevent a British naval assault on it. Underwater obstructions were sunk at intervals across the harbour entrance which were eventually replaced with piles of masonry rubble. The works began in 1784 and were not concluded until 1850, long after Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo.

There are many things to see and do in Cherbourg including the Cite de la Mer (the city of the sea) which is a museum dedicated to maritime history. The museum was opened in 2002 and is housed in the cruise terminal at Cherbourg port. Visitors to the city may also choose to take a leisurely stroll in the Jardin de la Roche Fauconniere which is a private botanical garden located in the Parc de la Fauconniere. Established in the 1870's the gardens contain roughly 3,400 specimens, many of which come from the Southern Hemisphere.

Portsmouth Guide

Portsmouth is an English city in the county of Hampshire, lying on the English Channel coast. Leading ferry operators including Condor Ferries, Wightlink and Brittany Ferries serve the city's port from British and international locations including Le Havre, Bilbao, Cherbourg, Caen, St Malo, St Helier, St Peter Port and Ryde.

The city boasts a long, illustrious maritime history and has connections with the Royal Navy that go back centuries. It was also one of the world's greatest shipbuilding centres and constructed the first ever dry dock, in the 15th century, which is still in use today. Portsmouth is still an important base for the navy and is home to a number of historic ships including the crowning glory of Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship, HMS Victory.

The nearby suburb of Southsea is a popular destination for families and has a lovely stretch of beach, two piers and a good selection of bars, cafes, restaurants and a theme park at Clarence Pier.

Cherbourg to Portsmouth Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 17/02/2025 and 23/02/2025

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Brittany Ferries	15:30	21:00	5 hours 30 minutes	Wed
Brittany Ferries	17:30	22:15	4 hours 45 minutes	Tue
Brittany Ferries	21:46	07:15	9 hours 29 minutes	Mon

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