The cheapest and fastest ferries from Saint Helier to Portsmouth
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Saint Helier to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £46.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Saint Helier for Portsmouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 21 Mar the direct ferries cover the 193 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 8 h 45 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.


Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Saint Helier to Portsmouth
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Saint Helier to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £45. 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 £45, and a flight costs an average of £87.
Distance: 104 nautical miles (193 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£50 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Saint Helier to Portsmouth ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Saint Helier to Portsmouth ferries for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:30 Saint Helier | 8h30 | 06:00 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:35 Saint Helier | 7h55 | 06:30 Portsmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Saint Helier to Portsmouth
Ferries from Saint Helier to Portsmouth run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:45, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 104 nautical miles (193 km) distance in 7h 45m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Saint Helier to Portsmouth are available to foot passengers.

Distance 104 nautical miles (193 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 7h 45m |
First ferry 06:45 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS from Saint Helier to PortsmouthYou can travel by ferry between Saint Helier to Portsmouth with DFDS for as low as £45. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Saint Helier to Portsmouth ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint Helier to Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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