Brittany Ferries · 11h
St Malo to Portsmouth Ferry
Compare every St Malo to Portsmouth sailing. From £101.00 one way, 5 times a week, crossing in about 11h.
- 11h crossing
- 5 sailings a week
- Cars carried
- Verified timetable
St Malo to Portsmouth sailings on Saturday 31 October
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About the St Malo to Portsmouth ferry
Brittany Ferries operates the St Malo – Portsmouth crossing 5 times a week. Expect to be at sea for about 11h, with one-way tickets from £101.00. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £101.00 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.
St Malo to Portsmouth ferry timetable
There are around 5 sailings a week on this route, 5 times a week. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services St Malo and Portsmouth are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Malo – Portsmouth | Brittany Ferries | 11h | 5 | £101.00 | £510.00 | Yes |
| St Malo – Jersey | DFDS Seaways | 1h 20m | 6 | £32.00 | £128.67 | Yes |
| St Malo – Poole | Condor Ferries | 4h 30m | 4 | £53.50 | £537.00 | 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 |
| Fishbourne – Portsmouth | Wightlink | 45m | 140 | £11.00 | £178.00 | Yes |
| Caen – Portsmouth | Brittany Ferries | 6h 5m | 20 | £24.00 | £328.00 | Yes |
| Santander – Portsmouth | Balearia | 28h | 43 | £48.69 | £199.40 | Yes |
| Bilbao – Portsmouth | Stena Line | 32h | 32 | £38.11 | £139.27 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from St Malo to Portsmouth?
One-way fares start at £101.00. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £510.00. 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 St Malo – 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 St Malo 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 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 Portsmouth guide for the other end.
St Malo to Portsmouth ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from St Malo to Portsmouth?
The St Malo to Portsmouth ferry takes approximately 11h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from St Malo to Portsmouth?
One-way fares start from £101.00. The average booking on this route comes to around £510.00 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from St Malo to Portsmouth?
Brittany Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the St Malo to Portsmouth ferry run?
There are around 5 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 5 times a week. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the St Malo 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 St Malo 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 St Malo 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.
St Malo to Jersey
from £32.00
St Malo to Poole
from £53.50
St Malo to Plymouth
from £61.59
St Malo to Guernsey
from £49.16
St Malo to Weymouth
from £12.48
Fishbourne to Portsmouth
from £11.00
Caen to Portsmouth
from £24.00
Santander to Portsmouth
from £48.69
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