Bilbao to Portsmouth Ferry

The Bilbao Portsmouth ferry route connects Spain to England and is available for booking with 1 ferry company throughout the year. Brittany Ferries provide 2 sailings per week. There are approximately 461 nautical miles (854km) between Bilbao ferry port and Portsmouth ferry port, with Brittany Ferries offering an average crossing time of around 28 hours and 30 minutes. This is an important transport link between continental Europe and the UK, hence why it’s one of the most popular ferry routes for tourists.

Direct Ferries allows you to choose between 2 ferries from Bilbao to Portsmouth every week and find you the best deal. Passengers embarking on this ferry route can bring their cars onboard the Brittany Ferries service. However, please be advised that only 1 vehicle is allowed per booking.

Prices for the ferry to Portsmouth from Bilbao might change depending on the season you wish to travel. The cheapest ferry tickets are usually available during off peak, outside of the high season. Please visit our special offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry discounts.

You can also book the ferry from Santander to Portsmouth if that’s more convenient for your journey by visiting our ferries from Spain to England page.

Bilbao to Portsmouth sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

Bilbao to Portsmouth Ferry Alternatives

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Spain to England page.

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Bilbao - Portsmouth Ferry Route Summary
Departure Country	Spain
Destination Country	England
No. of Operators	1
Operators	Brittany Ferries
Average Price	$872
Average Daily Sailings	1
Average Weekly Sailings	2
Average Sailing Duration	31 h 7 m
Fastest Sailing Duration	29 h 30 m
First Ferry	13:00
Last Ferry	13:00
Distance	463 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Bilbao to Portsmouth Ferry Most Popular Questions

How long is the ferry from Bilbao to Portsmouth?

The ferry crossing time from Bilbao to Portsmouth is approximately 31 hours 7 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.
How much is the ferry from Bilbao to Portsmouth?

Bilbao to Portsmouth ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Bilbao to Portsmouth is $872. Price exclusive of booking fees.
Which ferry companies operate between Bilbao to Portsmouth?

Brittany Ferries provide the ferries from Bilbao to Portsmouth.
How can I book ferry tickets from Bilbao to Portsmouth?

Book ferries from Bilbao to Portsmouth through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.
Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Bilbao to Portsmouth?
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Bilbao to Portsmouth with
- Brittany Ferries
Can you take your car on the ferry from Bilbao to Portsmouth?
Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Bilbao to Portsmouth with
- Brittany Ferries
Can you bring pets on the ferry from Bilbao to Portsmouth?
Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:
- Brittany Ferries
How far is Bilbao to Portsmouth?

The distance from Bilbao to Portsmouth is 463 nautical miles.

Bilbao to Portsmouth Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this route has up to 3 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, so there is not one single ferry timetable available here. Indeed, ferry timetables for this route can be affected by many different factors, such as seasonal changes, changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and so on, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most up-to-date information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.

How long does the Ferry to Portsmouth from Bilbao take?

Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take between 23 hours and 45 minutes, to 28 hours and 30 minutes, to 32 hours and 15 minutes, and this variation is caused for numerous reasons. These can include changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.

Bilbao to Portsmouth Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Portsmouth from Bilbao will cost is defined by many separate aspects, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and other such factors, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend looking at the above graph, to see our monthly fare averages, check out our helpful fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.