Balearia · 7h 30m
Cherbourg to Portsmouth Ferry
Compare every Cherbourg to Portsmouth sailing. From £48.62 one way, 6 times a day, crossing in about 7h 30m.
- 7h 30m crossing
- 43 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Cherbourg to Portsmouth sailings on Saturday 31 October
6 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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Only 10 spaces left at this price on the 06:00 sailing.
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About the Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry
Balearia operates the Cherbourg – Portsmouth crossing 6 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 7h 30m, with one-way tickets from £48.62. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.
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.
Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry timetable
There are around 43 sailings a week on this route, 6 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Cherbourg and Portsmouth are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherbourg – Portsmouth | Balearia | 7h 30m | 43 | £48.62 | £198.98 | Yes |
| Cherbourg – Poole | Brittany Ferries | 4h 30m | 7 | £24.00 | £297.00 | Yes |
| Cherbourg – Dublin | Irish Ferries | 1h 40m | 6 | £90.63 | £702.96 | Yes |
| Cherbourg – Rosslare | Brittany Ferries | 6h 55m | 4 | £41.50 | £513.35 | Yes |
| Cherbourg – Jersey | Trasmediterranea | 8h 40m | 49 | £55.31 | £241.78 | Yes |
| Cherbourg – Guernsey | DFDS Seaways | 1h 55m | 9 | £15.08 | £40.64 | Foot only |
| Fishbourne – Portsmouth | Wightlink | 45m | 140 | £11.00 | £178.00 | Yes |
| Caen – Portsmouth | Brittany Ferries | 6h 5m | 20 | £24.00 | £328.00 | Yes |
| Santander – Portsmouth | Balearia | 28h | 43 | £48.69 | £199.40 | Yes |
| Bilbao – Portsmouth | Stena Line | 32h | 32 | £38.11 | £139.27 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?
One-way fares start at £48.62. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £198.98. 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?
Balearia operates the Cherbourg – Portsmouth 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 Cherbourg to Portsmouth 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 Cherbourg
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 Cherbourg port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Portsmouth guide for the other end.
Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?
The Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry takes approximately 7h 30m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?
One-way fares start from £48.62. The average booking on this route comes to around £198.98 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Cherbourg to Portsmouth?
Balearia operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Cherbourg to Portsmouth ferry run?
There are around 43 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 6 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Cherbourg to Portsmouth 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 Cherbourg to Portsmouth?
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 Cherbourg to Portsmouth 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.
Cherbourg to Poole
from £24.00
Cherbourg to Dublin
from £90.63
Cherbourg to Rosslare
from £41.50
Cherbourg to Jersey
from £55.31
Cherbourg to Guernsey
from £15.08
Fishbourne to Portsmouth
from £11.00
Caen to Portsmouth
from £24.00
Santander to Portsmouth
from £48.69
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