Cherbourg Poole Ferry

Connecting the city of Cherbourg on the coast of France with the town of Poole on the coast of England, this ferry route provides a critical link between these two quiet towns. From the city of Cherbourg, known as one of the oldest port cities in France, having a history that can be dated back to the Vikings, and is still one of the most instrumental cities in France, thanks to its rich history and excellent location on the coast, to the town of Poole, located close to many other port cities on the coast, but still famous in its own right, thanks to its many sandy beaches that are considered some of the best in the UK, as well as its famous pottery, which is sold in many shops across the town.

With up to 7 ferries running per week, 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.

Cherbourg to Poole 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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Cherbourg - Poole Route summary
Departure Country	France
Destination Country	UK
No. of Operators	1
Operators	Brittany Ferries
Average Price	$287*
Average Weekly Sailings	5
Average Sailing Duration	5h 43m
Fastest Sailing Duration	4h 29m
First Ferry	17:00
Last Ferry	21:30
Distance	68 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

How long is the ferry from Cherbourg to Poole?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Cherbourg to Poole is approximately 5h 12m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Cherbourg to Poole?

The average price of a ferry from Cherbourg to Poole is approximately $438. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Cherbourg to Poole can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Cherbourg to Poole?

There are currently 2 popular ferry operators travelling from Cherbourg to Poole. The following operators that provide this service are

Brittany Ferries
Condor Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Cherbourg to Poole?

Ferries from Cherbourg to Poole are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Cherbourg to Poole?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Cherbourg to Poole with

Brittany Ferries
Condor Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Cherbourg to Poole?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Cherbourg to Poole with the following operators

Brittany Ferries
Condor Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Cherbourg to Poole?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries

Brittany Ferries

How far is Poole from Cherbourg?

Cherbourg to Poole is approximately 68 nautical miles distance apart.

Cherbourg to Poole Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this route has up to 7 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 operators, and other such factors, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most relevant information when you are making your booking, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.

How long does the Ferry to Poole from Cherbourg take?

Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take between 4 hours and 30 minutes, and 10 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.

Cherbourg to Poole Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Poole from Cherbourg will cost is defined by many different 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 useful 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.