Santander – Portsmouth

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Santander – Portsmouth

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Ferry from Santander to Portsmouth

Brittany Ferries provides the ferry from Santander to Portsmouth. Santander Portsmouth ferries cost around $660 and $2270, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Santander Portsmouth ferries.

Ferry times from Santander to Portsmouth

Santander Portsmouth ferry sailings typycally depart from Santander at around 13:00. The last ferry leaves at 14:00.

How long is the ferry from Santander to Portsmouth?

The Santander Portsmouth ferry trip can take around 31 hours. The fastest Santander to Portsmouth ferry is around 28 hours 30 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Santander Portsmouth Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 2 weekly sailings from Santander to Portsmouth serviced by Brittany Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Santander to Portsmouth

Santander Portsmouth ferry prices typically range between $660* and $2270*. The average price is typically $1335*. The cheapest ferries from Santander to Portsmouth start from $660*. The average price for a foot passenger is $997*. The average price for a car is $1530*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

How far is it from Santander to Portsmouth?

The distance between Santander to Portsmouth is approximately 541 miles (871km) or 470 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Santander Portsmouth ferry?

Yes, Brittany Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Santander and Portsmouth. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Santander and Portsmouth.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Santander to Portsmouth?

Foot passengers can travel on the Santander to Portsmouth ferry with Brittany Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Santander to Portsmouth?

Pets can travel on ferries from Santander to Portsmouth with Brittany Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
 

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Santander Guide

The Spanish city and port of Santander is the capital of the autonomous community and historical region of Cantabria on the north coast of Spain and lies to the east of Gijon and to the west of Bilbao. Popular tourist attractions in the city include the Cathedral of Santander, the lower temple (the "cripta del Cristo") was built in the 12th century on earlier Roman buildings. Its architectural style is a transition from Romanesque to Gothic. The upper church was built between the 13th and 14 the centuries.

Santander's port transports around 150,000 passengers each year to the ports of Plymouth and Portsmouth in the United Kingdom. The crossing time to Portsmouth is around 24 hours and 20 hours to Plymouth. The port has excellent road and rail facilities that provide good links with Portugal, the Spanish Costa's and other parts of Spain. Passenger facilities in the port include banks, supermarkets, a restaurant, tourist information desk and a souvenir shop.


Portsmouth Guide

Portsmouth is an English city in the county of Hampshire, lying on the English Channel coast. Leading ferry operators including Condor Ferries, Wightlink and Brittany Ferries serve the city's port from British and international locations including Le Havre, Bilbao, Cherbourg, Caen, St Malo, St Helier, St Peter Port and Ryde.

The city boasts a long, illustrious maritime history and has connections with the Royal Navy that go back centuries. It was also one of the world's greatest shipbuilding centres and constructed the first ever dry dock, in the 15th century, which is still in use today. Portsmouth is still an important base for the navy and is home to a number of historic ships including the crowning glory of Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship, HMS Victory.

The nearby suburb of Southsea is a popular destination for families and has a lovely stretch of beach, two piers and a good selection of bars, cafes, restaurants and a theme park at Clarence Pier.

Santander to Portsmouth
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-04-07 and 2025-04-13

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Brittany Ferries 14:00 18:30 28 hours 30 minutes Mon
Brittany Ferries 14:00 21:00 31 hours Thu

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