Cherbourg – Portsmouth
Ferries to England
Cherbourg – Portsmouth
Ferries to England
Brittany Ferries provides the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth. Cherbourg Portsmouth ferries cost between 148€ and 681€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Cherbourg Portsmouth ferries.
The first Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry typically departs from Cherbourg at around 12:00. The last ferry usually departs at 23:30.
The Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry trip can take around 5 hours 45 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 4 hours 30 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 3 weekly sailings from Cherbourg to Portsmouth provided by Brittany Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry prices typically range between 148€* and 681€*. The average price is typically 327€*. The cheapest Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry prices start from 148€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 187€*. The average price for a car is 351€*.
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 April 2025.
The distance between Cherbourg to Portsmouth is approximately 88.0 miles (141.6km) or 76.5 nautical miles.
Yes, Brittany Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Cherbourg and Portsmouth. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Cherbourg and Portsmouth.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Brittany Ferries ferries between Cherbourg and Portsmouth.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Cherbourg to Portsmouth with Brittany Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Cherbourg - Portsmouth Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | France | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Brittany Ferries | |
| Average Price | 269 €* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 6h 40m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 5h 0m | |
| First Ferry | 12:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:30 | |
| Distance | 76 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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 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.
