Condor Ferries · 4h 30m
St Malo to Poole Ferry
Compare every St Malo to Poole 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
St Malo to Poole sailings on Saturday 31 October
1 departure found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
Only 14 spaces left at this price on the 05:40 sailing.
About the St Malo to Poole ferry
The St Malo to Poole 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.
St Malo to Poole 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 St Malo and Poole are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Malo – Poole | Condor Ferries | 4h 30m | 4 | £53.50 | £537.00 | Yes |
| St Malo – Jersey | DFDS Seaways | 1h 20m | 6 | £32.00 | £128.67 | Yes |
| St Malo – Portsmouth | Brittany Ferries | 11h | 5 | £101.00 | £510.00 | Yes |
| St Malo – Plymouth | FRS | 9h 40m | 56 | £61.59 | £285.34 | Yes |
| St Malo – Guernsey | Balearia | 7h 35m | 43 | £49.16 | £202.30 | Yes |
| St Malo – Weymouth | DFDS Seaways | 1h 30m | 6 | £12.48 | £32.28 | Foot only |
| Cherbourg – Poole | Brittany Ferries | 4h 30m | 7 | £24.00 | £297.00 | Yes |
| Guernsey – Poole | NorthLink Ferries | 3h | 59 | £64.76 | £308.58 | Yes |
| Jersey – Poole | Condor Ferries | 3h | 32 | £38.48 | £141.23 | Yes |
| Gijon – Poole | CalMac Ferries | 9h 15m | 53 | £59.17 | £268.16 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from St Malo to Poole?
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 St Malo – Poole 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 St Malo to Poole 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 St Malo
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 St Malo port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Poole guide for the other end.
St Malo to Poole ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from St Malo to Poole?
The St Malo to Poole ferry takes approximately 4h 30m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from St Malo to Poole?
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 St Malo to Poole?
Condor Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the St Malo to Poole 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 St Malo to Poole 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 St Malo to Poole?
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 St Malo to Poole 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.
St Malo to Jersey
from £32.00
St Malo to Portsmouth
from £101.00
St Malo to Plymouth
from £61.59
St Malo to Guernsey
from £49.16
St Malo to Weymouth
from £12.48
Cherbourg to Poole
from £24.00
Guernsey to Poole
from £64.76
Jersey to Poole
from £38.48
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