Portmouth to Caen Channel Ferry Crossing

Introduction

Ferry rides from Portsmouth to Caen have one primary ferry company, Brittany Ferries. Totaling anywhere from 6 to 7 hours, this ferry trip can be taken in the day or overnight. The frequency of the route is pretty consistent throughout the year, and the length of crossing is not more than 130 miles depending on whether it is high speed season. Like many ferries that cross the channel, the ferries that transport from Portsmouth and Caen and back have a significant amount of ship facilities to accommodate the large amount of passengers and the duration of the trip.

Timetables and Frequency

The timetable for the ferry between Portsmouth and Caen is a total of six to seven hour trip, perfect for both day and overnight excursions. Therefore, the frequency of the ferries is two departures and two arrivals daily to either port. The daily ferry from Portsmouth to Caen is from 08:15 to 14:45 with the overnight trip beginning at 22:45. The timetable for Caen to Portsmouth is from 08:30 to 16:30 with the overnight trip departing at 23:00. However, the timetables do vary depending upon the weather and tidal conditions over the English Channel, as well as commercial conditions.

Amenities on Ferries

Brittany Cruises offers what they call a “classic cruise ferry” for the longer excursions or crossings from the UK to France. For longer trips such as the one between Portsmouth and Caen, there is more than just food and shopping. Brittany, for instance, has children's play areas, game rooms, slot machines, sun decks, cinemas that can be checked for showings online before departure and sun decks. This includes eateries such as fine dining, duty free shops, available confectionaries, and different amenities for seats and sleeping.

Pricing

The price of the ferry between Portsmouth and Caen is dependent upon whether it is a single trip or round trip and how many passengers, cars, pets and other accommodations are needed. On average, a one-way trip between Portsmouth and Caen for one adult and a reclining seat is on average £42. From there, the prices are raised depending on special seating and accommodations.