Routes & Timetables
UK to France Ferries
Portsmouth to Caen ferries
Fast ferry and cruise sailings to Caen
Portsmouth to Caen is Brittany Ferries' most popular route due to the conveniently placed ports with excellent road links.
We have three ferries operating on this crossing with options to suit everyone. Relax on one of our cruise ferries Mont St Michel or Normandie for a 6 to 7 hour crossing with the option of overnight travel. Or for a speedy alternative, board our fast craft the Normandie Express and make the journey in just 3 ¾ hours.
- A choice of daily sailings with various departure times available
- Travel from Portsmouth to Caen in as little as 3 ¾ hours
- Cabins available for overnight sailings
Portsmouth and Caen are bustling ports with plenty of amenities close at hand. They have excellent access to fast road networks to make sure you have a hassle free start to your journey.
Portsmouth to St Malo ferries
Overnight ferries to France
The Brittany Ferries Portsmouth to St Malo ferry is a popular choice for a relaxing cruise sailing direct into Brittany. Overnight sailings are available every day on our cruise ferries the Bretagne or Pont-Aven offering first rate onboard accommodation, dining and facilities.
Sailings depart from Portsmouth in the evening for a pleasant and relaxed overnight journey that feels like part of your holiday. Return sailings from St Malo leave France mid-morning for a comfortable cruise experience back to the UK.
- Travel from Portsmouth to St Malo while you sleep
- Convenient overnight sailings every day with comfortable cabins
Portsmouth and St Malo have excellent road links and are easily accessed by motorway for a hassle free drive to and from the ports. Portsmouth offers shopping, dining and famous naval attractions in the vicinity of the port and St Malo is a beautiful, historic city to visit - a tourist destination in its own right.
Portsmouth to Cherbourg Ferries
Sail to Cherbourg in just 3 hours
Our Portsmouth to Cherbourg ferry provides perfect crossing options for passengers travelling from London and the South who want to get to France fast. Sail on our fast-craft the Normandie Express and get to Cherbourg in just 3 hours.
- Morning and afternoon departures available with up to two daily sailings
- Portsmouth to Cherbourg in just 3 hours
- Comfortable lounge and excellent onboard facilities
Portsmouth is a vibrant city with a rich maritime heritage and busy harbour quarter. The Norman city of Cherbourg also has a long naval history and the harbour, marina and old fishing port each wait to be explored. Portsmouth and Cherbourg both have easy access to motorways for a fast and convenient journey.
Poole to Cherbourg ferries
Sail to France in just 2½ hours
Poole to Cherbourg is Brittany Ferries' shortest crossing making it an especially convenient choice. Cruise across the English Channel in just 4½ hours on Barfleur and enjoy excellent onboard facilities and comfortable cabins. Or, for our fastest sailing to France, choose the Normandie Vitesse and reach Cherbourg in just 2½ hours.
- A choice of daily sailings with departure times to suit you
- Poole to Cherbourg in as little as 2½ hours
- Day and overnight sailings with cabins available
Poole and Cherbourg are pleasant ports with a range of local amenities and facilities. They are easily reached with access to excellent road networks to ensure your journey is as smooth as possible.
Plymouth to Roscoff ferries
Sail to France in just 6 hours
Brittany Ferries' offers a direct sailing into Brittany with our Plymouth to Roscoff ferry route. Daytime sailings take 6 hours and an overnight crossing takes 8 hours. There are up to two sailings per day at convenient times for a relaxed, enjoyable journey and a great start to your holiday. Two of our cruise ferries the Armorique and our flagship ferry the Pont-Aven make crossings on this route, both provide comfortable cabins and restaurants, shops and entertainments onboard.
- One or two sailings departing each day
- Get from Plymouth to Roscoff in 6-8 hours
- Convenient overnight sailings with comfortable cabins
Plymouth and Roscoff have excellent access to fast road networks so driving to and from the ports is easy. Plymouth is a historic city in Devon with plenty to offer, the picturesque Barbican area has shops, restaurants and attractions and is set on the site of the old fishing port. Roscoff is a delightful fishing village with quayside restaurants and tourist attractions including botanical gardens and a Thalassotherapy Institute where the seawater has been used for healing and relaxation for over a century.
