Brittany Ferries · 4h 30m
Poole to Cherbourg Ferry
Compare every Poole to Cherbourg sailing. From £24.00 one way, daily, crossing in about 4h 30m.
- 4h 30m crossing
- 7 sailings a week
- Cars carried
- Verified timetable
Poole to Cherbourg sailings on Saturday 31 October
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About the Poole to Cherbourg ferry
The Poole to Cherbourg ferry is operated by Brittany Ferries, sailing daily with a typical crossing time of 4h 30m. 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.
Poole to Cherbourg ferry timetable
There are around 7 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Poole and Cherbourg are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole – Cherbourg | Brittany Ferries | 4h 30m | 7 | £24.00 | £297.00 | Yes |
| Poole – St Malo | Condor Ferries | 4h 30m | 4 | £53.50 | £537.00 | Yes |
| Poole – Guernsey | NorthLink Ferries | 3h | 56 | £62.24 | £290.03 | Yes |
| Poole – Jersey | DFDS Seaways | 3h | 9 | £15.05 | £40.54 | Foot only |
| Poole – Gijon | Condor Ferries | 6h | 34 | £39.64 | £147.39 | Yes |
| Poole – Santander | DFDS Seaways | 2h 35m | 13 | £18.79 | £53.54 | Foot only |
| Dublin – Cherbourg | Irish Ferries | 6h 45m | 6 | £90.63 | £702.96 | Yes |
| Rosslare – Cherbourg | Brittany Ferries | 7h | 4 | £41.50 | £513.35 | Yes |
| Jersey – Cherbourg | Red Funnel | 8h 30m | 49 | £54.60 | £237.06 | Yes |
| Guernsey – Cherbourg | Red Funnel | 8h | 45 | £51.36 | £216.06 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Poole to Cherbourg?
One-way fares start at £24.00. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £297.00. 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?
Brittany Ferries operates the Poole – Cherbourg 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 Poole to Cherbourg 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 Poole
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 Poole port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Cherbourg guide for the other end.
Poole to Cherbourg ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Poole to Cherbourg?
The Poole to Cherbourg ferry takes approximately 4h 30m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Poole to Cherbourg?
One-way fares start from £24.00. The average booking on this route comes to around £297.00 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Poole to Cherbourg?
Brittany Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Poole to Cherbourg ferry run?
There are around 7 sailings a week on this route, which works out at daily. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Poole to Cherbourg 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 Poole to Cherbourg?
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 Poole to Cherbourg 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.
Poole to St Malo
from £53.50
Poole to Guernsey
from £62.24
Poole to Jersey
from £15.05
Poole to Gijon
from £39.64
Poole to Santander
from £18.79
Dublin to Cherbourg
from £90.63
Rosslare to Cherbourg
from £41.50
Jersey to Cherbourg
from £54.60
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