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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portsmouth to Ouistreham
Cheapest price
£280
Average price
£389
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Ferries per day
4
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 £389 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £280.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Portsmouth for Ouistreham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 05 Aug the direct ferries cover the 180 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest ferries will take 10 h 15 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.
Brittany Ferries7:1510h15Portsmouth International Port18:30Le Havre£2801One-way0 changes- Brittany Ferries15:006h00Portsmouth International Port22:00Caen Port£3081One-way0 changes
- Brittany Ferries23:157h45Portsmouth International Port8:00Port of Cherbourg£4811One-way0 changes
- Brittany Ferries23:006h45Portsmouth International Port6:45Caen Port£4881One-way0 changes
- Brittany Ferries15:006h00Portsmouth International Port22:00Caen Port£3081One-way0 changes
- Brittany Ferries23:006h45Portsmouth International Port6:45Caen Port£4881One-way0 changes
- Brittany Ferries23:157h45Portsmouth International Port8:00Port of Cherbourg£4811One-way0 changes
- Brittany Ferries7:1510h15Portsmouth International Port18:30Le Havre£2801One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and ferry for Portsmouth to Ouistreham
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Ouistreham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £46, and a coach costs an average of £94.
Distance: 97 nautical miles (180 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|
£86 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
7h 4m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 21h 2m Average total duration 20h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Portsmouth to Ouistreham Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 07:15 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 23:15 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Ouistreham ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Ouistreham ferries for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brittany Ferries | 15:00 Portsmouth International Port | 6h00 | 22:00 Caen Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Brittany Ferries | 23:00 Portsmouth International Port | 7h30 | 7:30 Caen Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
| Brittany Ferries | 7:15 Portsmouth International Port | 10h15 | 18:30 Le Havre | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portsmouth to Ouistreham
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Ferries from Portsmouth to Ouistreham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 97 nautical miles (180 km) distance in 6h 0m. There are 13 sailings per week.
Distance 97 nautical miles (180 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 13 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 8:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Ferry operators: Brittany Ferries from Portsmouth to OuistrehamYou can travel by ferry between Portsmouth to Ouistreham with Brittany Ferries for as low as £46. 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.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Ouistreham
Most Portsmouth to Ouistreham ferries use the Portsmouth International Port to Caen Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Portsmouth and Ouistreham ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Portsmouth port do ferries to Ouistreham leave from?
Getting to Portsmouth International Port from Portsmouth city centre
Portsmouth International Port is 1 km from Portsmouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Portsmouth International Port port facilities and services
Portsmouth International Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Ship and Castle (0.6km), The John Jacques (0.8km), The Lady Hamilton (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portsmouth International Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portsmouth International Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portsmouth International Port: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portsmouth International Port.
Caen Port port facilities and services
Caen Port has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Caen Port: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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