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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portsmouth to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£154
Average price
£154
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h
Average duration
1 d 9 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
849 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Portsmouth to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Bilbao will cost around £154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £154.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Portsmouth for Bilbao every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 12 Jun the direct ferries cover the 849 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 d 9 h .
The slowest ferries will take 1 d 9 h 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.
21:0033h00Portsmouth6:00Bilbao£1541One-way0 changes
- 21:0033h00Portsmouth6:00Bilbao£1541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Portsmouth to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £16, and a ferry costs an average of £154.
Distance: 458 nautical miles (849 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£206 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
35h 45m Average total duration 34h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Portsmouth to Bilbao Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 36h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 36h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 31h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 33h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 33h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 22:45 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 32h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Bilbao ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Bilbao ferries for today, Thursday 11 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 Portsmouth | 36h00 | 6:00 Bilbao | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Portsmouth | 36h00 | 7:00 Bilbao | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:30 Portsmouth | 31h30 | 7:00 Bilbao | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao
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Ferries from Portsmouth to Bilbao run on average 1 times per day, taking around 34h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £154 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 22:46. The fastest ferry covers the 458 nautical miles (849 km) distance in 31h 30m. There are 2 sailings per week.
Distance 458 nautical miles (849 km) |
Average sailing duration 34h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £154 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 31h 30m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 22:46 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Ferry operators: Brittany Ferries from Portsmouth to BilbaoYou can travel by ferry between Portsmouth to Bilbao with Brittany Ferries for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Brittany Ferries
FAQs: Portsmouth to Bilbao ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Bilbao
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday and Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- The Ship and Castle (0.6km)
- The John Jacques (0.8km)
- The Lady Hamilton (0.9km)
- Main companies are Aqua Cars and City Wide Taxis.
- Free
- Bus: Line 8, Stop: International Port
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