Portsmouth Bilbao Ferry

Connecting the city of Portsmouth on the coast of England with the city of Bilbao on the coast of Spain, this ferry route provides a luxurious and relaxing connecting between England and Spain. From the city of Portsmouth, known for its large natural harbour, as well as its rich maritime history that is reflected through its many museums and accessible ships, to the city of Bilbao, which is known for its vibrant cultural scene that is the reason for the many visitors to the city, as well as its many parks and architectural sites, and its many friendly locals.

With up to 3 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, there are plenty of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Portsmouth to Bilbao 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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Portsmouth - Bilbao Ferry Route Summary
Departure Country	England
Destination Country	Spain
No. of Operators	1
Operators	Brittany Ferries
Average Price	$1009
Average Daily Sailings	1
Average Weekly Sailings	2
Average Sailing Duration	33 h 15 m
Fastest Sailing Duration	31 h 58 m
First Ferry	19:00
Last Ferry	23:02
Distance	463 Nautical Miles

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

Portsmouth to Bilbao Ferry Most Popular Questions

How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao?

The ferry crossing time from Portsmouth to Bilbao is approximately 33 hours 15 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 Portsmouth to Bilbao?

Portsmouth to Bilbao ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Portsmouth to Bilbao is $1009. Price exclusive of booking fees.
Which ferry companies operate between Portsmouth to Bilbao?

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

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

The distance from Portsmouth to Bilbao is 463 nautical miles.

Portsmouth to Bilbao Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this ferry route has up to 3 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, but ferry timetables for this route can be affected by many different factors. These can include 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 relevant information, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.

How long does the Ferry to Bilbao from Portsmouth take?

Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take between 23 hours and 45 minutes, and 28 hours and 30 minutes, and this variation is due to numerous different 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.

Portsmouth to Bilbao Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Bilbao from Portsmouth 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.