Balearia · 28h
Santander to Portsmouth Ferry
Compare every Santander to Portsmouth sailing. From £48.69 one way, 6 times a day, crossing in about 28h.
- 28h crossing
- 43 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Santander to Portsmouth sailings on Saturday 31 October
6 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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About the Santander to Portsmouth ferry
Balearia operates the Santander – Portsmouth crossing 6 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 28h, with one-way tickets from £48.69. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £48.69 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.
Santander to Portsmouth ferry timetable
There are around 43 sailings a week on this route, 6 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Santander and Portsmouth are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santander – Portsmouth | Balearia | 28h | 43 | £48.69 | £199.40 | Yes |
| Santander – Plymouth | P&O Ferries | 20h | 18 | £23.78 | £72.71 | Foot only |
| Santander – Rosslare | FRS | 10h 40m | 61 | £67.40 | £328.58 | Yes |
| Santander – Poole | Trasmediterranea | 8h 25m | 48 | £54.08 | £233.62 | Yes |
| Santander – Cork | FRS | 9h 45m | 56 | £62.19 | £289.68 | Yes |
| Fishbourne – Portsmouth | Wightlink | 45m | 140 | £11.00 | £178.00 | Yes |
| Caen – Portsmouth | Brittany Ferries | 6h 5m | 20 | £24.00 | £328.00 | Yes |
| Bilbao – Portsmouth | Stena Line | 32h | 32 | £38.11 | £139.27 | Yes |
| Guernsey – Portsmouth | CalMac Ferries | 9h | 52 | £57.56 | £257.01 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Santander to Portsmouth?
One-way fares start at £48.69. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £199.40. 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?
Balearia operates the Santander – Portsmouth 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 Santander to Portsmouth 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 Santander
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 Santander port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Portsmouth guide for the other end.
Santander to Portsmouth ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Santander to Portsmouth?
The Santander to Portsmouth ferry takes approximately 28h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Santander to Portsmouth?
One-way fares start from £48.69. The average booking on this route comes to around £199.40 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Santander to Portsmouth?
Balearia operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Santander to Portsmouth ferry run?
There are around 43 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 Santander to Portsmouth 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 Santander to Portsmouth?
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 Santander to Portsmouth 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.
Santander to Plymouth
from £23.78
Santander to Rosslare
from £67.40
Santander to Poole
from £54.08
Santander to Cork
from £62.19
Fishbourne to Portsmouth
from £11.00
Caen to Portsmouth
from £24.00
Bilbao to Portsmouth
from £38.11
Guernsey to Portsmouth
from £57.56
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