What is the cheapest way to get from Cherbourg to Cowes?

The cheapest way to get from Cherbourg to Cowes is to ferry which costs £45 - £55 and takes 8h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cherbourg to Cowes?

The fastest way to get from Cherbourg to Cowes is to ferry and fly which takes 5h 24m and costs £250 - £390.

Is there a direct ferry between Cherbourg and Cowes?

No, there is no direct ferry from Cherbourg to Cowes. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg and arriving at Red Jet Ferry Terminal via Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Cherbourg to Cowes?

The distance between Cherbourg and Cowes is 119 miles.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Cherbourg to Cowes?

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How do I travel from Cherbourg to Cowes without a car?

The best way to get from Cherbourg to Cowes without a car is to ferry which takes 8h 18m and costs £45 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Cherbourg to Cowes?

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Cherbourg to Cowes, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cowes?

There are 3211+ hotels available in Cowes.

Cherbourg to Cowes - 3 ways to travel via ferry, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Cherbourg to Cowes by ferry or plane

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouthferry Fr Cer-Gb Pme
2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
8h 18m
£47–54
Ferry, fly
1. Take the ferry from Port of Cherbourg to Alderneyferry
2. Fly from Alderney Airport (ACI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane ACI - SOU
3. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry
5h 24m
£250–390
Ferry via Cherbourg
1. Take the ferry from Port of Cherbourg to Portsmouth International Portferry
2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry RedJet West Cowes
11h 4m
£138–197

Alderney Airport (ACI) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

14Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

£167Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.5 mi
Duration: 8h 18m

What companies run services between Cherbourg, Normandy, France and Cowes, England?

You can take a ferry from Cherbourg to Red Jet Ferry Terminal via Portsmouth, International Port, WestQuay, and Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal in around 8h 18m.

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