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The Poole to Cherbourg ferry
Poole to Cherbourg is Brittany Ferries' south-coast crossing to Normandy, sailing from one of Europe's largest natural harbours. The ship, the Barfleur, takes about four and a quarter hours by day, an easy daytime hop that avoids the M25 and the Portsmouth approaches if you live in the South West or central southern England. Cherbourg, at the tip of the Cotentin peninsula, is a gateway to western Normandy, the D-Day country and the road south into Brittany. Poole's terminal is reached off the A31 and A35 and is just across the water from the New Forest, so it is a relaxed start to a French holiday. The crossing carries cars, motorhomes, motorcycles and foot passengers, with seasonal sailings concentrated in spring, summer and early autumn.
- Daytime crossing of about four and a quarter hours
- Avoids the M25 and Portsmouth traffic for South West travellers
- Cherbourg opens up western Normandy and Brittany
- Poole is right beside the New Forest
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Poole to Cherbourg ferry — common questions
How long is Poole to Cherbourg?
About four hours fifteen minutes on Brittany Ferries' Barfleur.
Is Poole-Cherbourg year round?
It is largely seasonal, concentrated in spring, summer and early autumn; check dates before planning.
Why sail from Poole rather than Portsmouth?
Poole is easier to reach from the South West and avoids the Portsmouth and M25 approaches.