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Cherbourg Portsmouth Ferry

Connecting the city of Cherbourg on the coast of France with the city of Portsmouth on the coast of England, this ferry route is one of the more popular ferry routes that connects France with England. From the city of Cherbourg, one of the oldest port cities in France, and home to many beautiful churches and gardens that are accessible to the public, to the city of Portsmouth, known for its rich maritime history that can be seen with the many historical ships that are docked in the harbour, and its links to the Royal Navy through its dry dock that are still in use today.

With up to 9 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, there are plenty of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Cherbourg to Portsmouth sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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Cherbourg - Portsmouth Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryFrance
Destination CountryEngland
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBrittany Ferries
Average Price$376
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings3
Average Sailing Duration5 h 45 m
Fastest Sailing Duration5 h
First Ferry12:00
Last Ferry23:30
Distance76 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Cherbourg to Portsmouth Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

    The ferry crossing time from Cherbourg to Portsmouth is approximately 5 hours 45 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

    Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth is $376. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

    Brittany Ferries provide the ferries from Cherbourg to Portsmouth.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

    Book ferries from Cherbourg to Portsmouth through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Cherbourg to Portsmouth with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Cherbourg to Portsmouth with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Cherbourg to Portsmouth?

    The distance from Cherbourg to Portsmouth is 76 nautical miles.

Cherbourg to Portsmouth Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this ferry route has up to 9 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, so there is not one single ferry timetable available here. Indeed, ferry timetables for this route can be affected by many different factors, such as seasonal changes, changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and other such factors, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most up-to-date information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.


How long does the Ferry to Portsmouth from Cherbourg take?

Ferry sail durations on this route can vary between 3 hours, and 4 hours and 15 minutes, and this divergence is due to various reasons, such as changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail. This means that all ferry sail durations that are given here are to be taken as estimates only, rather than actual durations, and be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.


Cherbourg to Portsmouth Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Portsmouth from Cherbourg will cost is defined by many separate aspects, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and so on, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend looking at the above graph, to see our monthly fare averages, check out our handy fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.


Can I take my Car on the Ferry to Portsmouth from Cherbourg?

You are currently able to take your car with you on this ferry route.

Cherbourg to Portsmouth Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/24/2025 and 3/30/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Brittany Ferries 12:00 17:00 5 hours Fri
Brittany Ferries 12:00 17:45 5 hours 45 minutes Sat
Brittany Ferries 13:30 18:30 5 hours Tue
Brittany Ferries 21:46 07:15 9 hours 29 minutes Mon
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