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Other ways to get from Portsmouth to Guernsey
| Option | Journey time | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poole to Guernsey ferry | 3h | 4 / week | Condor Ferries |
| Fly London → Guernsey (GCI) | — | — | For Guernsey. The airport is about 6 km from Guernsey ferry port. Compare flights → · Car hire at Guernsey → |
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The Portsmouth to Guernsey ferry
Condor Ferries runs the Portsmouth to Guernsey crossing, a long sailing of around ten hours to St Peter Port. There are several sailings a week, and fares depend on the season, availability and whether you travel on foot or with a car. It is the route to use if you want to take a vehicle to Guernsey, as cars are not currently carried on the shorter Poole to Guernsey crossing.
- Crossing of around ten hours to St Peter Port
- Several sailings a week
- Takes cars as well as foot passengers
- The vehicle route to Guernsey while Poole is foot passengers only
Portsmouth to Guernsey ferry fares we have seen
| Fare basket | Fare seen | Seen on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult foot passenger, single — Direct Ferries 'from' price | £130.00 | 18 October 2026 | Direct Ferries route page (figures from the last 30 days of searches, updated 16/10/2026, excluding booking fees) |
| Average paid for a crossing with a car — Direct Ferries, last 30 days | £300.00 | 18 October 2026 | Direct Ferries route page (figures from the last 30 days of searches, updated 16/10/2026, excluding booking fees) |
Fares change with date, demand and vehicle; these are figures we saw on the dates shown, not quotes. A booking fee may be added. Check live prices in the search above.
Who sails Portsmouth to Guernsey
| Operator | Ships | Crossing | Sailings | Foot passengers | Pets | Cabins / seating | Check-in |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Condor Ferries | Commodore Clipper (code ISL) | around 10 hours per intro; FAQ says 'from 7 hours'; table 19:45 to 06:00; return around 12 hours 55 minutes via Jersey | up to 6 times a week (peak July to September); return 5 times a week | Yes - foot check-in times printed | Family pet can travel with a car; details on Condor pets page (not read) | Not stated on page | vehicles close 1 hour before; foot passengers close 40 minutes before |
Rules differ by operator and ship; confirm when you book. Sources: condorferries.co.uk. Checked 2026-10-18.
What to know about the Portsmouth to Guernsey crossing
Check-in
Foot passengers: arrive 70 minutes before departure, check-in closes 40 minutes before. Vehicles: arrive 90 to 120 minutes before, closes 60 minutes before. (condorferries.co.uk)
Foot passengers
Foot passengers can park at Portsmouth International Port; Condor has a 'Travelling as a foot passenger' guide. (condorferries.co.uk)
Vehicles
Cars carried; caravan or trailer max 5m, car plus towed vehicle max 10m, motorhome max 7m. (condorferries.co.uk)
Pets
Family pet can travel with a car; see Condor's Travelling with pets guide. (condorferries.co.uk)
Accessibility
Call 0345 609 1026 at booking for reduced mobility; limited spaces near lifts/ramps, first come first served. (condorferries.co.uk)
Luggage
Condor says 'without luggage restrictions', per person. (condorferries.co.uk)
Where the ferry leaves from and arrives
Portsmouth International Port
- Address
- George Byng Way, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 8SP
- Getting there
- M275 direct exit to the port; bus stop 3 to 10 minutes' walk (page gives both); National Express point outside terminal; train to Portsmouth & Southsea then bus or taxi (London Waterloo about 85 minutes)
- Parking
- Multi-storey car park near the terminal, short and long stay
- Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi, bar 1200-2300, cafe, Costa lounge 0630-2300, shop, bureau de change, left luggage 0600-2330 at Security desk (no overnight), accessible toilets, minibus for reduced mobility
- Onward travel
- Train, National Express, buses, taxis (Aqua Cars 023 9283 8888, City Wide Taxis 023 9283 3333)
Source: condorferries.co.uk, checked 2026-10-18.
St Peter Port (Guernsey)
- Address
- White Rock, St. Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 2LL
- Getting there
- From St. Julian's Avenue follow ferry port signs; bus stop 5 minutes' walk
- Parking
- Short and long stay car parks within walking distance; parking clock needed
- Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi, cafe, duty-free shop, accessible toilets, emergency wheelchairs
- Onward travel
- Town centre 5 minutes' walk; bus times at www.buses.gg
Source: condorferries.co.uk, checked 2026-10-18.
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Portsmouth to Guernsey ferry — common questions
How long is the ferry from Portsmouth to Guernsey?
Around ten hours and a quarter, according to Direct Ferries' route information (checked September 2026).
Can I take a car from Portsmouth to Guernsey?
Yes. Direct Ferries lists fares for both foot passengers and cars on this route (checked September 2026).
How often does the Portsmouth to Guernsey ferry sail?
Around five times a week (Direct Ferries, checked September 2026).
Who runs the Portsmouth to Guernsey ferry?
Condor Ferries says it is the only ferry operator covering Portsmouth to Guernsey.
Which ship sails Portsmouth to Guernsey?
Condor says Commodore Clipper covers this route.
When does check-in close at Portsmouth for Guernsey?
Condor says check-in closes 1 hour before for vehicles and 40 minutes before for foot passengers.
Where these facts come from
Checked by the CheapFerries editorial team on 27 September 2026. Operators change timetables, fares and rules, so confirm details for your sailing when you book.
- directferries.co.uk www.directferries.co.uk/portsmouth_guernsey_ferry.htm
- condorferries.co.uk www.condorferries.co.uk/ferry-routes-ports
- condorferries.co.uk www.condorferries.co.uk/ferry-routes-ports/ferries-to-guernsey/ferries-to-guernsey-from-portsmouth
- condorferries.co.uk www.condorferries.co.uk/ferry-routes-ports/plan-your-journey/ports/portsmouth
- condorferries.co.uk www.condorferries.co.uk/ferry-routes-ports/plan-your-journey/ports/guernsey
- condorferries.co.uk www.condorferries.co.uk/