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Portsmouth St Malo Ferry

Connecting the city of Portsmouth on the coast of England with the town of St Malo on the coast of France, this ferry route is one of many that run between the two countries. From the city of Portsmouth, one of the largest and oldest port cities in the UK, and known for its rich maritime history, that can be seen through the many historical ships and boats that are docked in the harbour, to the town of St Malo, an excellent starting point for visiting many of the iconic locations nearby, including classical cobbled streets, and the incredible local cathedral, that towers above the city on a nearby cliff, and is a must see.

With up to 7 ferries running per week on this route, 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 St Malo 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 - St Malo Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryEngland
Destination CountryFrance
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBrittany Ferries
Average Price$699
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings6
Average Sailing Duration10 h 59 m
Fastest Sailing Duration8 h 29 m
First Ferry20:16
Last Ferry22:46
Distance142 Nautical Miles

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

Portsmouth to St Malo Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

    The ferry crossing time from Portsmouth to St Malo is approximately 10 hours 59 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 St Malo?

    Portsmouth to St Malo ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo is $699. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Portsmouth to St Malo?

    Brittany Ferries provide the ferries from Portsmouth to St Malo.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Portsmouth to St Malo?

    Book ferries from Portsmouth to St Malo 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 St Malo?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Portsmouth to St Malo with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Portsmouth to St Malo with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Portsmouth to St Malo?

    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:

  • How far is Portsmouth to St Malo?

    The distance from Portsmouth to St Malo is 142 nautical miles.

Portsmouth to St Malo 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 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 St Malo from Portsmouth take?

Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take between 8 hours and 50 minutes, to 11 hours, and this variation is caused for many reasons, which 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. This means that any sail times given here are to be taken as estimates only, and be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.


Portsmouth to St Malo Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to St Malo 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 handy 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 St Malo from Portsmouth?

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

Portsmouth to St Malo Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/3/2025 and 3/9/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Brittany Ferries 20:16 07:15 10 hours 59 minutes Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat

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