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Popular Ferry Operators for Cherbourg - Portsmouth
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There are around 2 weekly sailings from Cherbourg to Portsmouth. The Cherbourg Portsmouth ferry is operated by
Ferries from Cherbourg to Portsmouth typically depart from Cherbourg at around 12:00. The average sailing time of a Portsmouth Cherbourg ferry is approximately 6h 10m.
Ferry prices for Cherbourg Portsmouth ferries typically range between €138* and €578*. The average price is around €344*. The cheapest ferry prices from Cherbourg to Portsmouth start from €47*. The average price for a foot passenger is €251*. The average price for a car ferry is €372*.
Pricing will vary by season and depend on the number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time.
The distance between Cherbourg to Portsmouth is approximately 88.0 miles (141.6km), or 76.5 nautical miles.
Yes, Brittany Ferries offer a car ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Cherbourg and Portsmouth.
Yes, foot passengers can travel on ferries from Cherbourg to Portsmouth with Brittany Ferries.
| Cherbourg - Portsmouth Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | France | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Brittany Ferries | |
| Average Price | 437 €* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 6h 10m | |
| 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 2024-04-02.
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.
Timetables between 15/04/2024 and 21/04/2024
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brittany Ferries | 12:00 | 17:00 | 5 hours | Fri |
| Brittany Ferries | 15:30 | 20:30 | 5 hours | Wed |
| Brittany Ferries | 23:30 | 08:00 | 8 hours 30 minutes | Mon |
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