The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portsmouth to Ouistreham
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Portsmouth to Ouistreham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Ouistreham will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £19.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Portsmouth for Ouistreham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, 06 Nov the direct ferries cover the 180 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h 30 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.
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Brittany FerriesPortsmouth to Ouistreham Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Ouistreham ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Ouistreham ferries for today, Wednesday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:00 Portsmouth | 7h45 | 06:45 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
Brittany Ferries | 08:00 Portsmouth International Port | 6h00 | 14:00 Caen Port | 0 changesdirect | |
Brittany Ferries | 15:00 Portsmouth International Port | 6h00 | 21:00 Caen Port | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portsmouth to Ouistreham
Ferries from Portsmouth to Ouistreham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £85 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:00, the last at 08:00. The fastest ferry covers the 97 nautical miles (180 km) distance in 6h 0m.

Distance 97 nautical miles (180 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 08:00 |
Last ferry 08:00 |
Ferry operators: Brittany Ferries from Portsmouth to OuistrehamYou can travel by ferry between Portsmouth to Ouistreham with Brittany Ferries for as low as £85. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Ouistreham ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Ouistreham 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 Ouistreham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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