Cherbourg ferry terminal seen from the water

France

Ferry to Cherbourg

12 ferry routes serve Cherbourg, operated by Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries and Red Funnel. Fares from £15.08.

  • 12 routes
  • 6 destinations
  • 6 operators

Ferry routes to Cherbourg

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Poole – Cherbourg Brittany Ferries4h 30m7 £24.00£297.00 Yes
Cherbourg – Poole Brittany Ferries4h 30m7 £24.00£297.00 Yes
Dublin – Cherbourg Irish Ferries6h 45m6 £90.63£702.96 Yes
Rosslare – Cherbourg Brittany Ferries7h4 £41.50£513.35 Yes
Cherbourg – Dublin Irish Ferries1h 40m6 £90.63£702.96 Yes
Cherbourg – Rosslare Brittany Ferries6h 55m4 £41.50£513.35 Yes
Jersey – Cherbourg Red Funnel8h 30m49 £54.60£237.06 Yes
Guernsey – Cherbourg Red Funnel8h45 £51.36£216.06 Yes
Portsmouth – Cherbourg Red Funnel7h 45m44 £50.15£208.44 Yes
Cherbourg – Jersey Trasmediterranea8h 40m49 £55.31£241.78 Yes
Cherbourg – Portsmouth Balearia7h 30m43 £48.62£198.98 Yes
Cherbourg – Guernsey DFDS Seaways1h 55m9 £15.08£40.64 Foot only

About Cherbourg ferry port

Cherbourg in France is served by 12 ferry routes, operated by Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries, Red Funnel, Trasmediterranea and Balearia. From here you can sail to Poole, Dublin, Rosslare, Jersey, Guernsey and Portsmouth and more.

The cheapest crossing from Cherbourg is currently Cherbourg to Guernsey, with fares from £15.08. Compare every departure below, then book in a couple of minutes.

Where can you sail to from Cherbourg?

Cherbourg connects to Poole, Dublin, Rosslare, Jersey, Guernsey and Portsmouth.

Check-in and boarding at Cherbourg

Vehicle check-in normally opens two hours before departure and closes 45 to 60 minutes before sailing; foot passengers should allow 45 minutes. Have your booking reference, passports and, where relevant, pet documentation ready. See our full check-in and boarding guide.

Getting to the terminal

Follow signs for the ferry terminal rather than the town centre. Port approach roads are usually separate. Allow extra time on summer Fridays and Saturdays, when queues at Cherbourg build well before check-in opens.

Cherbourg ferry port: common questions

Where is Cherbourg ferry port?

Cherbourg ferry terminal is in France and serves 12 ferry routes operated by Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries, Red Funnel and Trasmediterranea.

Which ferries sail from Cherbourg?

From Cherbourg you can sail to Poole, Dublin, Rosslare, Jersey, Guernsey and Portsmouth. Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries, Red Funnel, Trasmediterranea and Balearia operate these crossings.

What is the cheapest ferry from Cherbourg?

The lowest fares from Cherbourg are on the Cherbourg to Guernsey route, starting from £15.08 one way.

What time should I arrive at Cherbourg ferry port?

Arrive 90 minutes before departure if you are taking a vehicle, or 45 minutes as a foot passenger. Check-in typically closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing, and first-time biometric border registration on international routes can add time.

Is there parking at Cherbourg?

Most ferry terminals offer both short-stay and long-stay parking. Pre-booking parking is usually cheaper than turning up, particularly in summer. Check the operator's terminal page for current rates.