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Ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo

Brittany Ferries provides the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo. Portsmouth St Malo ferries cost between 177€ and 817€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Portsmouth St Malo ferries.

Portsmouth St Malo Ferry Times

The first Portsmouth St Malo ferry typically departs from Portsmouth at around 20:15. The last ferry usually departs at 22:46.

How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

The Portsmouth St Malo ferry trip can take around 10 hours 51 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 8 hours 29 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Portsmouth St Malo Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 6 weekly sailings from Portsmouth to St Malo provided by Brittany Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Brittany Ferries provide 6 sailings weekly.

Portsmouth St Malo Ferry Prices

Portsmouth St Malo ferry prices typically range between 177€* and 817€*. The average price is typically 445€*. The cheapest Portsmouth St Malo ferry prices start from 177€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 192€*. The average price for a car is 480€*.

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 January 2025.

How far is it from Portsmouth to St Malo?

The distance between Portsmouth to St Malo is approximately 163.0 miles (262.3km) or 141.6 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Portsmouth St Malo ferry?

Yes, Brittany Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Portsmouth and St Malo. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Portsmouth and St Malo.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Portsmouth to St Malo?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Brittany Ferries ferries between Portsmouth and St Malo.

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

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Portsmouth to St Malo 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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Portsmouth - St Malo Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country France
No. of Operators 1
Operators Brittany Ferries
Average Price 349 €*
Average Weekly Sailings 4
Average Sailing Duration 10h 51m
Fastest Sailing Duration 8h 29m
First Ferry 20:15
Last Ferry 21:31
Distance 141 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

The approximate duration for ferries from Portsmouth to St Malo is 10h 59m. Durations can vary by operator and season.

How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

Portsmouth to St Malo is approximately 610 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Portsmouth to St Malo?

There is 1 ferry operator for ferries from Portsmouth to St Malo and this is
  • Brittany Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Portsmouth to St Malo?

Book Portsmouth to St Malo tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Portsmouth to St Malo with
  • Brittany Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

Yes, you can travel with a car from Portsmouth to St Malo with the following operators
  • Brittany Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
  • Brittany Ferries

How far is St Malo from Portsmouth?

Portsmouth to St Malo is approximately 141 nautical miles distance apart.

Portsmouth Guide

Portsmouth is one of the best connected ports in the United Kingdom, serving nine different destinations across Europe with operators including Condor Ferries and Brittany Ferries. To the south of the naval base, you will find the Isle of Wight (Ryde) Passenger Ferry Terminal, while the Continental Ferry Terminal serves Le Havre in France and Bilbao in Spain. There are also daily crossings to Cherbourg, Caen and St Malo in France, St Helier in Jersey and St Peter Port in Guernsey.

Located on the south coast of England, in the county of Hampshire, Portsmouth is the UK's only island city, situated around 100 km to the south west of London and 30 km to the east of Southampton. The city's long history is inextricably linked to the sea, hosting to the oldest dry dock in the world still used today and also to famous ships such as HMS Victory, Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship; the Mary Rose, and HMS Warrior.


St Malo Guide

Although St. Malo may not be one of the biggest cities in the Brittany area of France, it is close to Mont Saint Michel and is a really good base for visitors to explore the city and its surrounding area. There are a number of popular attractions in the city with the most historic located along the cobblestone alleys around the walled city. The city's ramparts provide a lovely view of the city and immediate surrounding area and the Cathedrale St. Vincent, located on the Place Jean de Chatillon is the city's centrepiece attraction. Also popular in the city are the Fort National, the Chateau de St. Malo, the amazing Grand Aquarium and the city's lovely sandy beaches.

The city is the final destination for the daily Condor Ferry, which starts in Weymouth, England, stopping off at both Guernsey and Jersey along the way.

Portsmouth to St Malo Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 13/01/2025 and 19/01/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Brittany Ferries 20:15 07:15 11 hours Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat

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