Ferry from Caen to Portsmouth

Connecting the town of Caen on the coast of France to the city of Portsmouth on the coast of England, this ferry route provides an essential link between the coast of France and the coast of England. From the city of Caen, known for its rich history that can be dated back to William the Conqueror, as well as being perfectly located within reach of many of the popular locations on the coast, as well as being only 2 hours away from Paris, to the city of Portsmouth, home to many historical ships and boats that can be visited today, as well as being one of the largest and oldest cities on the coast of England.

With up to 3 ferries running per day, provided by 1 ferry operator, there is no shortage of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Caen 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.

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Caen - Portsmouth Ferry Route Summary
Departure Country	France
Destination Country	England
No. of Operators	1
Operators	Brittany Ferries
Average Price	$377
Average Daily Sailings	3
Average Weekly Sailings	20
Average Sailing Duration	6 h
Fastest Sailing Duration	5 h 45 m
First Ferry	08:30
Last Ferry	23:31
Distance	105 Nautical Miles

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

Caen to Portsmouth Ferry Most Popular Questions

How long is the ferry from Caen to Portsmouth?

The ferry crossing time from Caen to Portsmouth is approximately 6 hours. 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 Caen to Portsmouth?

Caen to Portsmouth ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Caen to Portsmouth is $377. Price exclusive of booking fees.
Which ferry companies operate between Caen to Portsmouth?

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

Book ferries from Caen 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 Caen to Portsmouth?
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Caen to Portsmouth with
- Brittany Ferries
Can you take your car on the ferry from Caen to Portsmouth?
Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Caen to Portsmouth with
- Brittany Ferries
Can you bring pets on the ferry from Caen 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 Caen to Portsmouth?

The distance from Caen to Portsmouth is 105 nautical miles.

Caen to Portsmouth Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this route has up to 3 ferries running per day, which means that there can be up to 21 ferries running per week, all 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 other such factors, 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 Caen take?

Ferry sail durations on this route can take between 5 hours and 45 minutes, to 7 hours, and this variation is caused for numerous reasons, such as changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operators, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail. This means that all sail times that are given here are to be taken as estimates only, and be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.

Caen to Portsmouth Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Portsmouth from Caen 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 so on, 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.

Can I take my Car on the Ferry to Portsmouth from Caen?

You are currently able to take your car with you on this ferry route.

Caen to Portsmouth Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/31/2025 and 4/6/2025

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Brittany Ferries	08:30	14:30	6 hours	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Brittany Ferries	14:00	20:15	6 hours 15 minutes	Thu
Brittany Ferries	16:30	22:30	6 hours	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Brittany Ferries	23:00	07:15	8 hours 15 minutes	Thu
Brittany Ferries	23:30	07:15	7 hours 45 minutes	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
Brittany Ferries	23:30	07:45	8 hours 15 minutes	Sun