Stena Line · 5h 55m
Carteret to Jersey Ferry
Compare every Carteret to Jersey sailing. From £38.87 one way, 5 times a day, crossing in about 5h 55m.
- 5h 55m crossing
- 33 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Carteret to Jersey sailings on Saturday 31 October
5 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
Foot passenger
Only 13 spaces left at this price on the 17:00 sailing.
Only 11 spaces left at this price on the 20:45 sailing.
About the Carteret to Jersey ferry
Sailing from Carteret to Jersey takes around 5h 55m. Stena Line runs the route 5 times a day, and fares start from £38.87. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £38.87 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.
Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.
Carteret to Jersey ferry timetable
There are around 33 sailings a week on this route, 5 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Carteret and Jersey are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carteret – Jersey | Stena Line | 5h 55m | 33 | £38.87 | £143.29 | Yes |
| Carteret – Guernsey | FRS | 9h 30m | 55 | £60.73 | £279.18 | Yes |
| Poole – Jersey | DFDS Seaways | 3h | 9 | £15.05 | £40.54 | Foot only |
| Guernsey – Jersey | Condor Ferries | 6h 15m | 35 | £41.07 | £155.16 | Yes |
| Portsmouth – Jersey | Brittany Ferries | 5h 10m | 28 | £34.27 | £119.76 | Yes |
| St Malo – Jersey | DFDS Seaways | 1h 20m | 6 | £32.00 | £128.67 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Carteret to Jersey?
One-way fares start at £38.87. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £143.29. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.
Which operators sail this route?
Stena Line operates the Carteret – Jersey crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Carteret to Jersey ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.
Getting to Carteret
Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Carteret port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Jersey guide for the other end.
Carteret to Jersey ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Carteret to Jersey?
The Carteret to Jersey ferry takes approximately 5h 55m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Carteret to Jersey?
One-way fares start from £38.87. The average booking on this route comes to around £143.29 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Carteret to Jersey?
Stena Line operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Carteret to Jersey ferry run?
There are around 33 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 5 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Carteret to Jersey ferry?
Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.
What is the cheapest day to sail from Carteret to Jersey?
Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.
How far in advance should I book?
Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.
Do I need a passport for the Carteret to Jersey ferry?
Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.
Alternative crossings
Other ways to make the same journey, and nearby routes worth comparing.
Carteret to Guernsey
from £60.73
Poole to Jersey
from £15.05
Guernsey to Jersey
from £41.07
Portsmouth to Jersey
from £34.27
St Malo to Jersey
from £32.00
Weymouth to Jersey
from £24.69
Sark to Jersey
from £10.16
Cherbourg to Jersey
from £55.31
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