Red Funnel · 7h 45m
Portsmouth to Cherbourg Ferry
Compare every Portsmouth to Cherbourg sailing. From £50.15 one way, 6 times a day, crossing in about 7h 45m.
- 7h 45m crossing
- 44 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Portsmouth to Cherbourg sailings on Saturday 31 October
6 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
★ Cheapest
⚡ Fastest
Only 11 spaces left at this price on the 09:40 sailing.
Foot passenger
Only 6 spaces left at this price on the 12:25 sailing.
Foot passenger
Only 14 spaces left at this price on the 15:15 sailing.
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Foot passenger
About the Portsmouth to Cherbourg ferry
Red Funnel operates the Portsmouth – Cherbourg crossing 6 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 7h 45m, with one-way tickets from £50.15. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £50.15 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.
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 Cherbourg ferry timetable
There are around 44 sailings a week on this route, 6 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Portsmouth and Cherbourg are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth – Cherbourg | Red Funnel | 7h 45m | 44 | £50.15 | £208.44 | Yes |
| Portsmouth – Fishbourne | Wightlink | 45m | 140 | £11.00 | £178.00 | Yes |
| Portsmouth – Caen | Brittany Ferries | 6h 5m | 20 | £24.00 | £328.00 | 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 |
| Poole – Cherbourg | Brittany Ferries | 4h 30m | 7 | £24.00 | £297.00 | Yes |
| 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 |
How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg?
One-way fares start at £50.15. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £208.44. 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?
Red Funnel operates the Portsmouth – 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 Portsmouth 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 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 Cherbourg guide for the other end.
Portsmouth to Cherbourg ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg?
The Portsmouth to Cherbourg ferry takes approximately 7h 45m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg?
One-way fares start from £50.15. The average booking on this route comes to around £208.44 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Portsmouth to Cherbourg?
Red Funnel operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Portsmouth to Cherbourg ferry run?
There are around 44 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 6 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth 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.
Portsmouth to Fishbourne
from £11.00
Portsmouth to Caen
from £24.00
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 Le Havre
from £11.35
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