Condor Ferries · 4h 30m
Poole to St Malo Ferry
Compare every Poole to St Malo sailing. From £53.50 one way, 4 times a week, crossing in about 4h 30m.
- 4h 30m crossing
- 4 sailings a week
- Cars carried
- Verified timetable
Poole to St Malo sailings on Saturday 31 October
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About the Poole to St Malo ferry
The Poole to St Malo ferry is operated by Condor Ferries, sailing 4 times a week with a typical crossing time of 4h 30m. 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.
Poole to St Malo ferry timetable
There are around 4 sailings a week on this route, 4 times a week. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Poole and St Malo are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole – St Malo | Condor Ferries | 4h 30m | 4 | £53.50 | £537.00 | Yes |
| Poole – Cherbourg | Brittany Ferries | 4h 30m | 7 | £24.00 | £297.00 | 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 |
| Portsmouth – St Malo | Brittany Ferries | 11h | 5 | £101.00 | £510.00 | Yes |
| Jersey – St Malo | DFDS Seaways | 1h 20m | 6 | £32.00 | £128.67 | Yes |
| Guernsey – St Malo | CalMac Ferries | 9h 20m | 54 | £59.57 | £270.96 | Yes |
| Plymouth – St Malo | Red Funnel | 8h | 45 | £51.29 | £215.61 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Poole to St Malo?
One-way fares start at £53.50. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £537.00. 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?
Condor Ferries operates the Poole – St Malo 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 St Malo 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 St Malo guide for the other end.
Poole to St Malo ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Poole to St Malo?
The Poole to St Malo 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 St Malo?
One-way fares start from £53.50. The average booking on this route comes to around £537.00 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Poole to St Malo?
Condor Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Poole to St Malo ferry run?
There are around 4 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 4 times a week. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Poole to St Malo 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 St Malo?
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 St Malo 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 Cherbourg
from £24.00
Poole to Guernsey
from £62.24
Poole to Jersey
from £15.05
Poole to Gijon
from £39.64
Poole to Santander
from £18.79
Portsmouth to St Malo
from £101.00
Jersey to St Malo
from £32.00
Guernsey to St Malo
from £59.57
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