The cheapest and fastest ferries from Poole to Saint Helier
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Poole to Saint Helier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Saint Helier will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £62.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Poole for Saint Helier every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 06 May the direct ferries cover the 170 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:009h40Poole18:40Saint Helier£621One-way0 changes
9:009h40Poole18:40Saint Helier£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight for Poole to Saint Helier
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Poole to Saint Helier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £62, and a flight costs an average of £105.
Distance: 91 nautical miles (170 km)
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Live departures
Poole to Saint Helier ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Saint Helier ferries for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 Poole | 9h00 | 18:00 Saint Helier | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Poole to Saint Helier
Ferries from Poole to Saint Helier run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 91 nautical miles (170 km) distance in 8h 45m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Poole to Saint Helier are available to foot passengers.

Distance 91 nautical miles (170 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 8h 45m |
First ferry 6:40 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Ferry operators: DFDS from Poole to Saint HelierYou can travel by ferry between Poole to Saint Helier with DFDS for as low as £62. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Poole to Saint Helier ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to Saint Helier by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint Helier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Poole and Saint Helier
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 07:00-21:00
- Free WiFi
- The Quay (0.7km)
- The Guildhall Tavern (0.8km)
- The Stable (0.9km)
- Main companies are United Taxis and Poole Radio Cabs.
- Free
- Bus line 60, stop at Poole Quay
- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday: 08:00-14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- The Quayside Bistro & Grill (0.2km)
- The Harbour Room (0.3km)
- The Boat House (0.5km)
- Main companies are Yellow Cabs and Liberty Cabs.
- Free
- Bus line 15, Liberation Station
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