Brittany Ferries · 6h 5m
Portsmouth to Caen Ferry
Compare every Portsmouth to Caen sailing. From £24.00 one way, daily, crossing in about 6h 5m.
- 6h 5m crossing
- 20 sailings a week
- Cars carried
- Verified timetable
Portsmouth to Caen sailings on Saturday 31 October
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About the Portsmouth to Caen ferry
Brittany Ferries operates the Portsmouth – Caen crossing daily. Expect to be at sea for about 6h 5m, with one-way tickets from £24.00. 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.
Portsmouth to Caen ferry timetable
There are around 20 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Portsmouth and Caen are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth – Caen | Brittany Ferries | 6h 5m | 20 | £24.00 | £328.00 | Yes |
| Portsmouth – Fishbourne | Wightlink | 45m | 140 | £11.00 | £178.00 | Yes |
| Portsmouth – Santander | NorthLink Ferries | 28h | 60 | £66.03 | £318.13 | Yes |
| Portsmouth – Bilbao | Brittany Ferries | 32h | 29 | £35.19 | £124.32 | Yes |
| Portsmouth – St Malo | Brittany Ferries | 11h | 5 | £101.00 | £510.00 | Yes |
| Portsmouth – Guernsey | NorthLink Ferries | 10h 10m | 59 | £64.60 | £307.40 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to Caen?
One-way fares start at £24.00. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £328.00. 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 Portsmouth – Caen 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 Portsmouth to Caen 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 Portsmouth
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 Portsmouth port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Caen guide for the other end.
Portsmouth to Caen ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to Caen?
The Portsmouth to Caen ferry takes approximately 6h 5m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to Caen?
One-way fares start from £24.00. The average booking on this route comes to around £328.00 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Portsmouth to Caen?
Brittany Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Portsmouth to Caen ferry run?
There are around 20 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 Portsmouth to Caen 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 Portsmouth to Caen?
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 Portsmouth to Caen 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.
Portsmouth to Fishbourne
from £11.00
Portsmouth to Santander
from £66.03
Portsmouth to Bilbao
from £35.19
Portsmouth to St Malo
from £101.00
Portsmouth to Guernsey
from £64.60
Portsmouth to Jersey
from £34.27
Portsmouth to Cherbourg
from £50.15
Portsmouth to Le Havre
from £11.35
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