A ferry on the Portsmouth to Jersey route

Brittany Ferries · 5h 10m

Portsmouth to Jersey Ferry

Compare every Portsmouth to Jersey sailing. From £34.27 one way, 4 times a day, crossing in about 5h 10m.

  • 5h 10m crossing
  • 28 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Portsmouth to Jersey sailings on Saturday 31 October

4 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Voyager of the Isles
04:50Portsmouth
5h 35m
★ Cheapest
10:25Jersey
£42.83
total
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Voyager of the Isles
10:10Portsmouth
5h 19m
Foot passenger
15:29Jersey
£52.44
total
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Voyager of the Isles
15:30Portsmouth
4h 58m
Foot passenger
20:28Jersey
£51.37
total
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Voyager of the Isles
20:50Portsmouth
4h 55m
⚡ Fastest
01:45Jersey (+1)
£47.08
total
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About the Portsmouth to Jersey ferry

Sailing from Portsmouth to Jersey takes around 5h 10m. Brittany Ferries runs the route 4 times a day, and fares start from £34.27. 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 Jersey ferry timetable

There are around 28 sailings a week on this route, 4 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Portsmouth and Jersey are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Portsmouth – Jersey Brittany Ferries5h 10m28 £34.27£119.76 Yes
Portsmouth – Fishbourne Wightlink45m140 £11.00£178.00 Yes
Portsmouth – Caen Brittany Ferries6h 5m20 £24.00£328.00 Yes
Portsmouth – Santander NorthLink Ferries28h60 £66.03£318.13 Yes
Portsmouth – Bilbao Brittany Ferries32h29 £35.19£124.32 Yes
Portsmouth – St Malo Brittany Ferries11h5 £101.00£510.00 Yes
Poole – Jersey DFDS Seaways3h9 £15.05£40.54 Foot only
Guernsey – Jersey Condor Ferries6h 15m35 £41.07£155.16 Yes
St Malo – Jersey DFDS Seaways1h 20m6 £32.00£128.67 Yes
Weymouth – Jersey Stena Line3h 30m19 £24.69£76.42 Foot only

How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to Jersey?

One-way fares start at £34.27. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £119.76. 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 – Jersey crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Portsmouth to Jersey 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 Jersey guide for the other end.

Portsmouth to Jersey ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to Jersey?

The Portsmouth to Jersey ferry takes approximately 5h 10m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Portsmouth to Jersey?

One-way fares start from £34.27. The average booking on this route comes to around £119.76 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Portsmouth to Jersey?

Brittany Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Portsmouth to Jersey ferry run?

There are around 28 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 4 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Portsmouth to Jersey 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 Jersey?

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 Jersey 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.