The cheapest and fastest ferries from Saint Helier to Poole
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Saint Helier to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint Helier to Poole will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £58.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Saint Helier for Poole 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 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 4 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.
DFDS Seaways13:304h30Jersey Port18:00Port of Poole£581One-way0 changes
DFDS Seaways13:304h30Jersey Port18:00Port of Poole£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight for Saint Helier to Poole
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Saint Helier to Poole 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 £85.
Distance: 91 nautical miles (170 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
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£63 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
5h 30m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Saint Helier to Poole Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator DFDS | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Saint Helier to Poole ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Saint Helier to Poole 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:00 Saint Helier | 11h00 | 6:00 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:00 Saint Helier | 10h00 | 6:00 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Saint Helier to Poole
Ferries from Saint Helier to Poole run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. 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 05:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 91 nautical miles (170 km) distance in 7h 55m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Saint Helier to Poole are available to foot passengers.

Distance 91 nautical miles (170 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 7h 55m |
First ferry 5:30 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Ferry operators: DFDS from Saint Helier to PooleYou can travel by ferry between Saint Helier to Poole 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: Saint Helier to Poole ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint Helier to Poole 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 Poole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Saint Helier and Poole
- 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
- 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
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