France
Brittany Ferries
France & Spain to the UK and Ireland across the Channel and Biscay
Est. 1973Roscoff, Brittany, France
Photo: derek menzies / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)- 12
- Routes
- 8
- Ports
- 20h 3m
- Avg crossing
- 2
- Vessels
- 1973
- Founded
Brittany Ferries is a ferry operator, founded in 1973 and based in Roscoff, Brittany, France. It operates 12 ferry routes serving 8 ports. Its fleet includes Armorique, Pont-Aven (Sat) / Armorique (Wed). Across its network, crossings average about 20h 3m.
Live board
Brittany Ferries departures today
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Timetables
Which routes does Brittany Ferries operate?
12 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth → Ouistreham | 6h | 3 / wk | 1 | United Kingdom |
| Roscoff → Cork | 15h | 3 / wk | 1 | France |
| Portsmouth → Cherbourg | 8h 30m | 2 / wk | 1 | United Kingdom |
| Cork → Roscoff | 14h | 1 / wk | 1 | Ireland |
| Portsmouth → Bilbao | 33h | 1 / wk | 1 | United Kingdom |
| Portsmouth → Santander | 33h | 1 / wk | 1 | United Kingdom |
| Roscoff → Rosslare | 16h | — | 1 | France |
| Rosslare → Roscoff | 16h | — | 1 | Ireland |
| Cherbourg → Rosslare | 17h 30m | — | 1 | France |
| Rosslare → Cherbourg | 17h 30m | — | 1 | Ireland |
| Bilbao → Rosslare | 32h | — | 1 | Spain |
| Rosslare → Bilbao | 32h | — | 1 | Ireland |
Portsmouth4 routes
Rosslare3 routes
Roscoff2 routes
Bilbao1 route
Cherbourg1 route
Cork1 route
Network
Where does Brittany Ferries sail?
Brittany Ferries sails to 8 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Cruise-ferry cabins
- Restaurants & cinemas
- Vehicle decks
- LNG & hybrid ships
- Pet-friendly cabins
- Leading operator on the western Channel and Bay of Biscay
- Founded 1973 by Breton farmers to export produce to Britain
- Still owned by Breton agricultural cooperatives
- Routes from Roscoff, St-Malo, Caen, Santander and Bilbao to England & Ireland
- Renewing its fleet with LNG and hybrid LNG/electric cruise-ferries
Fleet
Brittany Ferries fleet
2 vessels seen in our schedules.
- Armorique
- Pont-Aven (Sat) / Armorique (Wed)
About
About Brittany Ferries
Brittany Ferries is the leading ferry operator on the western English Channel and Bay of Biscay, linking France and Spain with England and Ireland. It was founded in 1973 by Breton farmer Alexis Gourvennec — not for tourism, but to export Brittany's cauliflowers and artichokes to Britain — and to this day it remains owned by Breton agricultural cooperatives.
Channel and Bay of Biscay
From the French ports of Roscoff, St-Malo, Caen, Cherbourg and Le Havre and the Spanish ports of Santander and Bilbao, its cruise-ferries sail to Portsmouth, Plymouth and Poole in England and to Cork and Rosslare in Ireland. The short Channel hops sit alongside long overnight crossings of the Bay of Biscay to northern Spain.
A greener fleet
The flagship Pont-Aven leads a fleet being renewed with cleaner ships — the LNG-powered E-Flexer vessels Salamanca and Santoña and, from 2025, the hybrid LNG/electric Saint-Malo and Guillaume de Normandie. Long crossings offer en-suite cabins in several grades with restaurants and cinemas; fares are in pounds or euros and vary by route, season and cabin.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Brittany Ferries founded?
Brittany Ferries was founded in 1973, and is headquartered in Roscoff, Brittany, France.
Where does Brittany Ferries sail?
Brittany Ferries operates 12 ferry routes and serves 8 ports in France, including Bilbao, Cherbourg, Cork, Ouistreham, Portsmouth, Roscoff, Rosslare, Santander.
What ships does Brittany Ferries operate?
Brittany Ferries's fleet seen in our schedules includes Armorique, Pont-Aven (Sat) / Armorique (Wed).
Can I take a car on Brittany Ferries ferries?
Yes — Brittany Ferries operates vehicle-carrying ferries on some routes. Book vehicle space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific crossing for size limits.
What facilities are available on Brittany Ferries ferries?
Brittany Ferries ferries typically offer Cruise-ferry cabins, Restaurants & cinemas, Vehicle decks, LNG & hybrid ships, Pet-friendly cabins. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
Are pets allowed on Brittany Ferries ferries?
Brittany Ferries accommodates pets on many sailings, though rules vary by route and vessel. Check pet policies and any cabin or kennel requirements with Brittany Ferries before booking.
How early should I arrive for a Brittany Ferries ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Brittany Ferries departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Brittany Ferries.
How do I find Brittany Ferries ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Brittany Ferries route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Brittany Ferries before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated July 4, 2026.
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