What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour is to car ferry which costs €29 - €260 and takes 10h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour is to train and car ferry which takes 7h and costs €40 - €420.

Is there a direct ferry between Southampton and Cherbourg Harbour?

No, there is no direct ferry from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth International Port and arriving at Port of Cherbourg via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour?

The distance between Southampton and Cherbourg Harbour is 182 km.

How do I travel from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 7h and costs €40 - €420.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour?

It takes approximately 7h to get from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Cherbourg Harbour?

There are 29+ hotels available in Cherbourg Harbour.

Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour - 3 ways to travel via train, and car ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Cherbourg Harbour by train, car ferry, or ferry

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Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the carferry from Poole to Port of Cherbourgcarferry
7h
€43–417
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Portsmouth International Port to Port of Cherbourgcarferry
10h 23m
€29–260
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Port of Cherbourgferry
10h 48m
€130–180

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Distance: 181.8 km
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Cherbourg Harbour, France?

Brittany Ferries operates a car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Port of Cherbourg 3 times a week. Tickets cost €29–260 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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