Cherbourg – Poole
Ferries to England
Cherbourg – Poole
Ferries to England
Brittany Ferries provides the ferry from Cherbourg to Poole. Cherbourg Poole ferries cost between 159€ and 686€, 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 Poole ferries.
The first Cherbourg Poole ferry typically departs from Cherbourg at around 17:00. The last ferry usually departs at 21:30.
The Cherbourg Poole ferry trip can take around 4 hours 30 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 7 weekly sailings from Cherbourg to Poole provided by Brittany Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
Cherbourg Poole ferry prices typically range between 159€* and 686€*. The average price is typically 334€*. The cheapest Cherbourg Poole ferry prices start from 159€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 200€*. The average price for a car is 364€*.
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 Poole is approximately 78.3 miles (126.0km) or 68.0 nautical miles.
Yes, Brittany Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Cherbourg and Poole. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Cherbourg and Poole.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Brittany Ferries ferries between Cherbourg and Poole.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Cherbourg to Poole 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 - Poole Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | France | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Brittany Ferries | |
| Average Price | 264 €* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 5h 43m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 4h 29m | |
| First Ferry | 17:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 21:30 | |
| Distance | 68 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.
The medieval port town of Poole is located in the south coast of England an the county of Dorset. The town lies on the English Channel coast and is full of tourist attractions and activities, such as its famous pottery and Poole Park. Other popular sights in and around the town include Poole Harbour and the Sandbanks Peninsular which provide excellent facilities for boating and water sports in general. In this area there are also some well respected restaurants and cafes, a number of historic 18th century buildings and some lovely waterside hotels.
Dorset's beaches are some of the best in the United Kingdom and are sometimes called the 'Florida Keys of British beaches'. Poole itself has over 5 km of beaches which are popular with both locals and tourists. The most vibrant part of the town is Poole Quay where there are many restaurants and bars to enjoy. Festivals and events in the town include the Poole Summer Breeze, the largest beach party, held every Thursday night in the summer, with live music, a fun zone for families, barbecue areas and a spectacular firework display.
