NorthLink Ferries · 10h 15m
Jersey to Carteret Ferry
Compare every Jersey to Carteret sailing. From £64.93 one way, 8 times a day, crossing in about 10h 15m.
- 10h 15m crossing
- 59 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Jersey to Carteret sailings on Saturday 31 October
8 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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⚡ Fastest
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Only 9 spaces left at this price on the 12:30 sailing.
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★ Cheapest
About the Jersey to Carteret ferry
NorthLink Ferries operates the Jersey – Carteret crossing 8 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 10h 15m, with one-way tickets from £64.93. Fares move with demand, so midweek and early-morning departures are consistently the cheapest way to cross.
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.
Jersey to Carteret ferry timetable
There are around 59 sailings a week on this route, 8 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Jersey and Carteret are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey – Carteret | NorthLink Ferries | 10h 15m | 59 | £64.93 | £309.86 | Yes |
| Jersey – St Malo | DFDS Seaways | 1h 20m | 6 | £32.00 | £128.67 | Yes |
| Jersey – Poole | Condor Ferries | 3h | 32 | £38.48 | £141.23 | Yes |
| Jersey – Weymouth | CalMac Ferries | 9h | 51 | £57.40 | £255.90 | Yes |
| Jersey – Sark | CalMac Ferries | 8h 45m | 50 | £56.15 | £247.41 | Yes |
| Jersey – Guernsey | P&O Ferries | 1h 20m | 6 | £11.70 | £29.89 | Foot only |
| Guernsey – Carteret | Red Funnel | 8h 15m | 47 | £52.92 | £226.06 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Jersey to Carteret?
One-way fares start at £64.93. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £309.86. 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?
NorthLink Ferries operates the Jersey – Carteret 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 Jersey to Carteret 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 Jersey
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 Jersey port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Carteret guide for the other end.
Jersey to Carteret ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Jersey to Carteret?
The Jersey to Carteret ferry takes approximately 10h 15m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Jersey to Carteret?
One-way fares start from £64.93. The average booking on this route comes to around £309.86 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Jersey to Carteret?
NorthLink Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Jersey to Carteret ferry run?
There are around 59 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 8 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Jersey to Carteret 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 Jersey to Carteret?
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 Jersey to Carteret 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.
Jersey to St Malo
from £32.00
Jersey to Poole
from £38.48
Jersey to Weymouth
from £57.40
Jersey to Sark
from £56.15
Jersey to Guernsey
from £11.70
Jersey to Portsmouth
from £8.34
Jersey to Cherbourg
from £54.60
Jersey to Granville
from £58.15
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