Sailing to France is a great way to get there and avoid the hassles and queues of the airport. Pack and take as much as you need in the car, and begin your holiday as soon as you board the ferry to Cherbourg. There are two crossings to Cherbourg - from Poole and Portsmouth. Both routes are operated by Brittany Ferries.
The fast ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg operates between March and October providing an ideal way to cut the driving times and get to France quickly.
There is also a year-round conventional cruise ferry service for a more relaxed way to cross the Channel. Find out more here.
The ferry to Cherbourg from Poole is operated by Brittany Ferries. The high speed crossing takes just over two hours. More information on the Poole to Cherbourg ferry.
