The cheapest and fastest ferries from Portsmouth to Saint Helier
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Portsmouth to Saint Helier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth to Saint Helier will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $84.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Portsmouth for Saint Helier every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 21 Mar the direct ferries cover the 193 km distance in an average of 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Portsmouth to Saint Helier
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Saint Helier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $142.
Distance: 104 nautical miles (193 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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$71 Average Price Cheapest | $176 Average Price |
10h 50m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth to Saint Helier ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth to Saint Helier ferries for tomorrow, Friday, 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 am Portsmouth | 10h20 | 7:20 pm Saint Helier | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Portsmouth to Saint Helier
Ferries from Portsmouth to Saint Helier run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $60 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 104 nautical miles (193 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Portsmouth to Saint Helier are available to foot passengers.

Distance 104 nautical miles (193 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 07:45 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: DFDS from Portsmouth to Saint HelierYou can travel by ferry between Portsmouth to Saint Helier with DFDS for as low as $60. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Portsmouth to Saint Helier ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth to Saint Helier by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint Helier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Portsmouth and Saint Helier
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday and Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- The Ship and Castle (0.6km)
- The John Jacques (0.8km)
- The Lady Hamilton (0.9km)
- Main companies are Aqua Cars and City Wide Taxis.
- Free
- Bus: Line 8, Stop: International Port
- 08:00-18:00
- Saturday: 08:00-14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- The Quayside Bistro & Grill (0.2km)
- The Harbour Room (0.3km)
- The Boat House (0.5km)
- Main companies are Yellow Cabs and Liberty Cabs.
- Free
- Bus line 15, Liberation Station
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