How to Travel Portsmouth to Caen: Ferry Guide for Every Traveller

However you plan to travel Portsmouth to Caen, this guide points you to exactly what you need to know. The Portsmouth to Caen ferry is a comfortable alternative to flying — a relaxed English Channel crossing that arrives you directly in Normandy rather than a distant airport. Whether you’re driving over with a car, motorhome, caravan or motorbike, travelling as a foot passenger or cyclist, bringing a dog or cat, or organising a family trip, the requirements — check-in times, cabin rules, pet documents, and accessibility arrangements — all differ. This page brings every travel type together in one place.

Portsmouth to Caen travel is operated exclusively by Brittany Ferries, sailing between Portsmouth International Port and Ouistreham (Caen’s ferry terminal). Two ships share the route: the new hybrid Guillaume de Normandie and the long-serving Mont Saint Michel. Up to three sailings run each day — two daytime crossings and one overnight — and which one suits you best often depends on your travel type. Use the guides below to find the right information for your journey.

Last updated: June 2026 | All pricing and information verified from official Brittany Ferries sources

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🚢 All Passenger Types

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Car Passengers

Car + 2 from £114

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Foot Passengers

From £24 per person

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Pet Owners

From £35 per pet each way

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Cyclists

Bikes welcome on both ships

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Motorcyclists

Vehicle-deck parking, both ships

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Motorhomes

Cabin recommended overnight

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Families

Children 4–15 half price

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Accessible Travel

Adapted cabins on both ships

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Choose Your Travel Type

Select the guide that matches how you’re getting to Caen for specific check-in times, cabin requirements, and tips for that travel type.

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Car Passengers Guide

Travelling with your car to Normandy

The most popular way to travel Portsmouth to Caen. Drive onto Guillaume de Normandie or Mont Saint Michel at Portsmouth International Port, park on the vehicle deck, then head up to the passenger decks for the crossing. On arrival at Ouistreham, drive straight off into Normandy — direct port access doesn’t require a Crit’Air sticker, so you can head for Bayeux, the D-Day beaches or onward to Paris without delay.

✓ Key facts for car passengers:

Car + 2 passengers from £114 one way (prices vary by season — see our full prices guide)
Check-in is 45 minutes before departure at Portsmouth’s vehicle lanes
A cabin or reserved seat is compulsory only on the 23:00 overnight sailing — the car deck is sealed for the entire crossing
On the 08:00 and 15:00 day sailings, a cabin or reserved seat is optional
You cannot return to your vehicle during the crossing — take everything you need to the passenger decks or your cabin first

⏰ Check-in: 45 minutes before departure at Portsmouth International Port (Wharf Road, PO2 8SP). Follow signs to the vehicle check-in lanes with your booking reference and passports ready.

🛏️ 23:00 overnight sailing: A cabin or reserved seat is compulsory for everyone. The crossing takes around 7 hours, arriving Ouistreham at 06:45 or 07:30 French time — remember Caen is 1 hour ahead of the UK.

🇫🇷 On arrival: Drive straight off at Ouistreham. No Crit’Air sticker is needed for direct port access — only if you’re routing through Caen city or other low-emission zones.

Car Passengers Guide →

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Foot Passenger Guide

Travelling Portsmouth to Caen without a vehicle

Everything you need to know as a foot passenger on the Portsmouth to Caen ferry — check-in procedures (which differ from vehicle passengers on this route), boarding while the Portsmouth gangway is closed for renovation, reserved seats versus cabins, and onward travel from Ouistreham by bus or rail without a car.

⚠️ Current at Portsmouth: The foot passenger gangway is closed for renovation. Disembarkation is currently via the garage, with around a 30-minute wait after arrival, and boarding routes may vary by sailing — follow staff and signage on the day.

✓ Perfect for:

Travellers heading to Normandy without a car
Solo travellers, couples, and backpackers
Those continuing by Twisto local bus or Flixbus to Paris from Ouistreham
Budget travellers (save significantly vs vehicle fares)
Cyclists travelling as a foot passenger plus bike

💰 From: £24 per person one way. Reserved seat or cabin required for the 23:00 overnight sailing.

⏰ Check-in: 60 minutes before departure — longer than the 45 minutes required for vehicle passengers on this route.

🇫🇷 At Ouistreham: The terminal sits where the Canal de Caen à la Mer meets the sea, 15km north of Caen city centre. No car hire is based at the terminal itself (Europcar delivery only). Twisto local buses and a direct Flixbus to Paris depart from near the terminal.

Foot Passenger Guide →

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Pet Travel Guide

Bringing your dog or cat to Normandy

Complete guide to travelling with pets on the Portsmouth to Caen ferry. Covers the AHC (Animal Health Certificate) requirements in force since April 2026, the very different dog rules at each end of the crossing, which ship to choose if your pet needs a cabin, and the onboard exercise options on Mont Saint Michel day sailings.

⚠️ April 2026 Rule Change: Since 22 April 2026, GB residents can no longer use an EU pet passport for the outbound (GB to France) leg. You’ll need an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) from your vet, issued within 10 days of travel.

✓ What you’ll need:

AHC from your vet (within 10 days of travel)
Microchip and up-to-date rabies vaccination
Pet pre-booked with Brittany Ferries — cannot be added at the port
Maximum 5 pets per vehicle (changed April 2026, was previously per-person)
Pet fee from £35 per pet each way

⏰ Check-in with pets: 90 minutes before departure — the longest check-in window of any travel type on this route.

🐾 Portsmouth vs Caen: Dogs are NOT allowed inside Portsmouth’s terminal building (assistance dogs excepted) — the nearest pre-walk spot is Alexandra Park, around 1.5 miles away. At Ouistreham, it’s the opposite: muzzled dogs are allowed everywhere, including the terminal, with a water point and sandpit past security.

🚢 Choose your ship carefully: Guillaume de Normandie has 21 pet-friendly cabins plus onboard kennels (386 cabins in total). Mont Saint Michel has none — pets must stay in the vehicle for the whole crossing, with day-sailing-only visits (15 minutes, 1 person, passport held as security) arranged via the Information Desk.

Note: unauthorised use of a non-pet cabin for a pet carries a €193.68 fine.

Pet Travel Guide →

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Cycling & Bike Guide

Taking your bicycle to Normandy

Cyclist’s guide to the Portsmouth to Caen ferry: booking your bicycle alongside a foot passenger or vehicle ticket, what to expect at check-in, bike storage on the vehicle deck of Guillaume de Normandie or Mont Saint Michel, and cycling on from Ouistreham. The EuroVelo 4 (La Vélomaritime) coastal route runs along this stretch of the Normandy coast, linking the port toward Sword Beach and the wider D-Day coastline.

✓ Key facts for cyclists:

Bicycles are accepted on both Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel
Add your bike to a foot passenger or vehicle booking — see our prices guide for current rates
Tandems and trailers typically need to be booked by phone: 0330 159 7000
Check-in is 45 minutes before departure, the same as other vehicle and cyclist categories
Pack lights, a lock, and weatherproof panniers — Normandy’s coast roads are exposed

🚴 Both ships: Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel both carry bicycles on the vehicle deck.

⏰ Check-in: 45 minutes before departure.

🗺️ Onward routes: EuroVelo 4 (La Vélomaritime) passes close to Ouistreham along the Calvados coast.

Cycling Guide →

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Motorcycling Guide

Taking your motorbike to Normandy

Motorcyclists’ guide to the Portsmouth to Caen crossing: booking solo bikes, riding onto Guillaume de Normandie or Mont Saint Michel and parking securely on the vehicle deck, cabin recommendations for the 23:00 overnight sailing, taking your gear to the cabin, and riding on to the D-Day battlefield routes inland from Ouistreham.

✓ Key facts for motorcyclists:

Both ships — Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel — carry motorcycles
Check-in is 45 minutes before departure
A cabin is recommended for the 23:00 overnight sailing (compulsory if you’re not booking a reserved seat)
Priority Disembarkation does not apply to motorcycles
Take your helmet, jacket and valuables to your cabin or the passenger decks — you can’t return to the vehicle deck during the crossing

🏍️ Both ships: Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel both take motorcycles on the vehicle deck.

⛑️ Gear and kit: Strap down securely on the vehicle deck, then take your kit with you — there’s no access back to the vehicle deck mid-crossing.

🗺️ Riding on arrival: Ouistreham puts you right at Sword Beach — Pegasus Bridge, the other D-Day beaches, and inland Normandy touring roads are all close by.

Motorcycling Guide →

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Motorhome & Caravan Guide

Taking your motorhome, campervan, or caravan to Normandy

Everything motorhomers and caravanners need to know for the Portsmouth to Caen crossing: booking the correct vehicle category, measuring your vehicle before you book, what happens to the vehicle deck on the 23:00 overnight sailing, and where to head once you drive off at Ouistreham — straight onto the Normandy road network with no toll booths at the port.

✓ Key facts for motorhomes & caravans:

Both ships — Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel — carry motorhomes and caravans
Check-in is 45 minutes before departure
A cabin or reserved seat is compulsory on the 23:00 overnight sailing — the car deck is sealed for the entire crossing
Measure your vehicle including roof-mounted equipment (solar panels, aerials, air conditioning, cycle racks) before booking
No Crit’Air sticker is needed for direct access to the port at Ouistreham

📏 Measure before booking: Wrong vehicle measurements can mean a surcharge at check-in. Measure height including everything fitted to the roof.

🛏️ Overnight sailing: Book a cabin alongside your vehicle for the 23:00 crossing — you cannot stay in your motorhome on the car deck.

🗺️ Once you arrive: Our Driving in France from Caen guide covers French road rules, tolls, and routes onward to Bayeux, the D-Day beaches, and Paris.

Motorhome & Caravan Guide →

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Family Travel Guide

Travelling with babies, toddlers, and children

Family guide to the Portsmouth to Caen ferry: children’s fares, 4-berth cabin options on both ships for the overnight sailing, the cinemas on Mont Saint Michel, pre-bookable cots, and how to keep everyone entertained on a crossing that arrives right at the D-Day beaches — a huge hit with school-age children studying WW2 history.

✓ Family essentials:

Children aged 4–15 travel at half the adult fare; under 4s travel free
All children — including infants — need their own valid passport
4-berth cabins are available on both ships, ideal for the 23:00 overnight sailing
Mont Saint Michel has two cinemas showing English-language films (not wheelchair accessible)
Cots can usually be pre-booked for infants up to 24 months — one per cabin, requested at booking

👶 Children’s fares: 4–15 half price, under 4 free — applied automatically when you enter ages at booking.

🎬 Cinema (Mont Saint Michel): Adults €9.00 · Children (under 12) €7.50 · Family ticket (2+2, U/PG films) €30.00.

🛏️ Book early: 4-berth cabins on the 23:00 overnight sailing are limited, especially in school holidays.

Family Travel Guide →

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Accessible Travel Guide

Wheelchair users & reduced mobility passengers

Accessibility guide to the Portsmouth to Caen ferry: wheelchair-accessible cabins on both Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel, the longer check-in window for special assistance, exemptions to Portsmouth’s no-dogs-in-terminal rule for assistance dogs, and how to book adapted facilities in advance with Brittany Ferries.

✓ Accessibility features:

Guillaume de Normandie has 8 wheelchair-accessible cabins (Outside and Inside)
Mont Saint Michel has 3 wheelchair-accessible 2-berth inside cabins, all on deck 7
Special assistance check-in is 60 minutes before departure — the same as foot passengers
Assistance dogs are exempt from Portsmouth’s rule against dogs in the terminal building
Mont Saint Michel’s cinemas are not wheelchair accessible

📞 Book early: Adapted cabins are very limited (8 on GdN, 3 on MSM). Call 0330 159 7000 to book and discuss your requirements in advance.

⏰ Check-in: Allow 60 minutes before departure for special assistance — 15 minutes more than the standard vehicle check-in.

Accessible Travel Guide →

Once You’re in Normandy

Getting to Caen is only half the story. These guides cover what to do once you’re driving, riding, or saving for your trip.

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Driving in France from Caen

French road rules, tolls, speed limits, and the A13 route from Caen toward Paris — essential reading whether you’re heading to the D-Day beaches or further afield.

Driving in France from Caen →

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Riding in France from Caen

Motorcycle touring routes through the Normandy countryside, linking the D-Day beaches, Bayeux, and Pegasus Bridge — built for riders coming off the ferry at Ouistreham.

Riding in France from Caen →

Quick Comparison: Which Guide Do You Need?

Not sure which section applies to you? Use this table to find your travel type quickly — note that check-in times on this route vary more by travel type than on some other Brittany Ferries crossings.

Travel Type	You need this if…	Check-In	Cabin/Reserved seat?
🚗 Car	You’re bringing your car	45 min before	Compulsory on 23:00 only
👣 Foot Passenger	You’re not bringing any vehicle	60 min before	Required on 23:00 only
🐕 Pet Owner	You’re bringing a dog, cat, or other pet	90 min before	Pet cabin/kennel only on GdN
🚴 Cyclist	You’re taking your bicycle to Normandy	45 min before	Required on 23:00 only
🏍️ Motorcyclist	You’re taking your motorbike	45 min before	Required on 23:00
🚐 Motorhome/Caravan	You’re in a motorhome, campervan, or towing a caravan	45 min before	Compulsory on 23:00 only
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family	You’re travelling with babies, toddlers, or children	45 or 60 min*	4-berth recommended
♿ Accessible	You use a wheelchair or have reduced mobility	60 min before	Adapted cabin (8 GdN / 3 MSM)

*45 minutes for vehicle-based families, 60 minutes for foot passenger families.

🗓️ Up to 3 sailings a day: Portsmouth to Caen runs year-round, with up to three sailings daily at 08:00, 15:00, and 23:00 (overnight). Check the timetable page for exact sailing dates and times.

🛏️ Need a cabin? A cabin or reserved seat is compulsory on the 23:00 overnight sailing for every passenger type — the car deck is sealed for the entire crossing. See our full ferry cabins guide for all grades and prices on both Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel.

Booking Tips by Travel Type

Different travel types have different requirements when booking the Portsmouth to Caen ferry. Here’s what to know before you start.

Travel Type	How to Book	How Far Ahead?
Foot Passenger	Online via Brittany Ferries	Several weeks ahead — reserved seat/cabin sells out on the 23:00 sailing first
Car Passenger	Online via Brittany Ferries	8–12 weeks ahead in peak summer
Pet Travel	Online (add pet at booking) — AHC from vet within 10 days of travel	Well ahead — AHC appointment plus pet-friendly cabin (Guillaume de Normandie only) booked early
Cyclist (standard bike)	Online (add bicycle to booking)	Several weeks ahead
Cyclist (tandem/trailer)	Phone: 0330 159 7000	As early as possible
Motorcyclist	Online or phone 0330 159 7000	6–12 weeks ahead
Motorhome/Caravan	Online (measure vehicle first)	8–16 weeks ahead — very popular in summer
Family	Online or phone	8–12 weeks ahead — 4-berth cabins on the 23:00 sailing are limited
Accessible/Wheelchair	Phone: 0330 159 7000	As early as possible — adapted cabins very limited (8 on GdN, 3 on MSM)

💡 Specific cabin or deck preference? You can’t request a specific cabin number or deck online. Call Brittany Ferries on 0330 159 7000 and they can note your preference, though it cannot be guaranteed.

Sailings & Crossings: What to Expect

Portsmouth to Caen runs up to three sailings a day, and the experience differs significantly depending on whether you travel by day or overnight — which matters for every travel type above.

🌞 Daytime Crossings

Up to two daytime sailings a day, departing Portsmouth at 08:00 and 15:00. The crossing takes around 7 hours. A cabin or reserved seat is optional on day sailings — most passengers simply use the lounges, restaurants, and outer decks for the journey.

🌙 Overnight Crossing

The 23:00 sailing from Portsmouth arrives at Ouistreham at either 06:45 or 07:30 (French local time). A cabin or reserved seat is compulsory for every passenger, and the car deck is sealed for the entire crossing — you cannot stay with or return to your vehicle.

🛏️ Cabin or Reserved Seat?

A reserved seat is a recliner in a shared lounge — the cheapest option, but not ideal for a full night’s sleep. A cabin gives you a private en-suite room with bed linen, towels, and toiletries. On the 23:00 sailing, families and anyone wanting proper rest should book a cabin; on day sailings, either is optional. See our cabins guide for grades on both ships.

🕐 Mind the Time Zone

Caen (Ouistreham) is 1 hour ahead of the UK. Brittany Ferries shows booking and arrival times in French local time, so the 23:00 overnight sailing’s 06:45/07:30 arrival is already in French time — you’ll have lost an hour compared with UK clocks when planning onward connections.

🚢 Guillaume de Normandie

Brittany Ferries’ newer hybrid ship on this route, in service since April 2025. Carries up to 1,310 passengers and 470 vehicles, with 386 cabins including 21 pet-friendly cabins, onboard kennels, allergy-friendly cabins, and 8 wheelchair-accessible staterooms. Every cabin has UK and EU sockets plus USB charging. See the full Guillaume de Normandie ship guide.

🚢 Mont Saint Michel

In service on this route since 2002, carrying over 2,000 passengers and around 800 vehicles, with 224 cabins including 3 wheelchair-accessible 2-berth inside cabins on deck 7. Cabins use continental 2-pin sockets only (no UK 3-pin), and the ship has two cinemas. See the full Mont Saint Michel ship guide.

⚠️ Overnight rule for all passengers: Whether you’re in a car, motorhome, on a motorcycle, cycling, or travelling as a foot passenger — everyone must book a cabin or reserved seat for the 23:00 sailing. You cannot remain with your vehicle on the car deck during the crossing. See our full cabins guide for all grades and prices on both ships.

Understanding Passenger Categories

Portsmouth to Caen travel welcomes every type of passenger, but the procedures, facilities, and check-in requirements differ more between travel types on this route than on some other Brittany Ferries crossings.

Vehicle Passengers vs Foot Passengers

The most fundamental distinction on any ferry is whether you’re bringing a vehicle — and on Portsmouth to Caen, this also changes your check-in time. Vehicle passengers (cars, motorhomes, motorcycles, caravans, and cyclists) check in 45 minutes before departure at the vehicle lanes, board with their vehicle, park on the car deck, then head up to the passenger decks. Foot passengers check in 60 minutes before departure — 15 minutes longer — partly because of the current gangway closure at Portsmouth, which means boarding and disembarkation routes vary by sailing. Cost-wise, vehicle passengers pay considerably more overall: foot passengers travel from £24 per person, while a car plus two passengers starts from £114. The trade-off is freedom — vehicle passengers can explore Normandy at their own pace, driving through Calvados, the D-Day beaches, and beyond, while foot passengers travel lighter and continue by Twisto bus, Flixbus, or bike from Ouistreham. If you’re weighing routes, Portsmouth also offers alternatives to Cherbourg and Le Havre, though Caen is the most direct English Channel crossing to the heart of Normandy.

Age Groups & Children’s Fares

Children aged 4–15 travel at half the adult fare on Portsmouth to Caen sailings, and children under 4 travel free. All children — including infants — need their own valid passport. Cots can usually be pre-booked for infants up to 24 months (maximum one cot per cabin, requested at the time of booking). Mont Saint Michel’s two cinemas show English-language films, with a family ticket (2+2, U or PG certificate) priced at €30.00 — handy for a long day sailing with younger children.

Special Requirements

If you have specific needs — a wheelchair-accessible cabin, an assistance dog, dietary requirements, or anything else that may affect your journey — contact Brittany Ferries well before departure. Special assistance passengers should allow 60 minutes for check-in, the same as foot passengers. Wheelchair-accessible cabins are very limited: Guillaume de Normandie has 8, and Mont Saint Michel has 3 (all on deck 7). Assistance dogs are exempt from Portsmouth’s rule against dogs inside the terminal building. Call 0330 159 7000 to book adapted facilities and discuss your requirements in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. Foot passengers are fully welcomed on all Portsmouth to Caen sailings, with fares from £24 per person one way. Check in 60 minutes before departure — longer than the 45 minutes required for vehicle passengers on this route. Note that the foot passenger gangway at Portsmouth is currently closed for renovation, so disembarkation is via the garage with around a 30-minute wait, and boarding routes may vary by sailing. For the 23:00 overnight sailing, a reserved seat or cabin is required.

Full Foot Passenger Guide →

Can I bring my dog or cat on the Portsmouth to Caen ferry?

Yes, dogs and cats are welcome. Since 22 April 2026, GB residents can no longer use an EU pet passport for the outbound (GB to France) leg — you’ll need an Animal Health Certificate (AHC) from your vet, issued within 10 days of travel. Pets must be pre-booked (from £35 per pet each way, maximum 5 pets per vehicle), and check-in is 90 minutes before departure. Dog rules differ at each end: Portsmouth doesn’t allow dogs inside the terminal building (assistance dogs excepted), while Ouistreham allows muzzled dogs everywhere, including the terminal. Guillaume de Normandie has 21 pet-friendly cabins and kennels; Mont Saint Michel has none, so pets stay in the vehicle for the crossing.

Full Pet Travel Guide →

How many sailings are there each day between Portsmouth and Caen?

There are up to three sailings a day, all year round: two daytime crossings departing Portsmouth at 08:00 and 15:00 (around 7 hours each), and one overnight sailing departing at 23:00, arriving Ouistreham at 06:45 or 07:30 French local time. Remember that Caen is 1 hour ahead of the UK. Check the timetable page for exact sailing dates.

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Do I need to book a cabin for the Portsmouth to Caen ferry?

It depends which sailing you choose. On the 23:00 overnight sailing, a cabin or reserved seat is compulsory for every passenger — the car deck is sealed for the entire crossing, so you cannot stay with your vehicle. On the 08:00 and 15:00 daytime sailings, a cabin or reserved seat is optional; most day passengers simply use the lounges and outer decks. Families and anyone wanting to sleep should book a cabin well ahead, as they’re limited on the overnight sailing.

Full Ferry Cabins Guide →

Can I take my bicycle on the Portsmouth to Caen ferry?

Yes. Bicycles are accepted on both Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel, and can be added to a foot passenger or vehicle booking. Tandems and trailers typically need to be booked by phone on 0330 159 7000. Check-in is 45 minutes before departure, the same as other vehicle and cyclist categories. On arrival at Ouistreham, the EuroVelo 4 (La Vélomaritime) coastal route runs along this stretch of the Normandy coast toward the D-Day beaches.

Full Cycling Guide →

Can I take a motorhome or caravan on the Portsmouth to Caen ferry?

Yes. Both Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel carry motorhomes, campervans, and caravans, with check-in 45 minutes before departure. Measure your vehicle — including any roof-mounted equipment such as solar panels, aerials, or cycle racks — before booking, as the wrong category can mean a surcharge at check-in. A cabin or reserved seat is compulsory if you take the 23:00 overnight sailing, since the car deck is sealed for the crossing. Once you arrive at Ouistreham, no Crit’Air sticker is needed for direct port access, and our Driving in France from Caen guide covers the road rules for the rest of your trip.

Full Motorhome & Caravan Guide →

Is the Portsmouth to Caen ferry wheelchair accessible?

Yes, on both ships, though cabin availability is limited. Guillaume de Normandie has 8 wheelchair-accessible cabins (Premium Plus Outside and Inside), and Mont Saint Michel has 3 wheelchair-accessible 2-berth inside cabins, all on deck 7. Special assistance passengers should allow 60 minutes for check-in — the same as foot passengers. Assistance dogs are exempt from Portsmouth’s rule against dogs in the terminal building. Note that Mont Saint Michel’s cinemas are not wheelchair accessible. Call 0330 159 7000 well in advance to book an adapted cabin and discuss your requirements.

Full Accessible Travel Guide →

What’s the difference between Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel?

Guillaume de Normandie is the newer hybrid ship, in service since April 2025, with 386 cabins including 21 pet-friendly cabins, onboard kennels, allergy-friendly cabins, 8 wheelchair-accessible staterooms, and UK, EU, and USB sockets in every cabin. Mont Saint Michel has served the route since 2002, with 224 cabins including 3 wheelchair-accessible cabins on deck 7, continental 2-pin sockets only, and two cinemas. Which ship operates a given sailing can vary — check your booking confirmation, and see our individual ship guides for full details.

Guillaume de Normandie Guide →
Mont Saint Michel Guide →

Continue Planning Your Journey

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Ferry Timetable

Full sailing times for the 08:00, 15:00, and 23:00 crossings, plus seasonal variations.

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Prices & Booking

Current fares by vehicle and passenger type, ticket types, and booking strategy.

Prices Guide →

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Ferry Cabins Guide

Every cabin grade on Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel — prices, features, and what to choose.

Cabins Guide →

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Ships & Onboard Facilities

Full guides to Guillaume de Normandie and Mont Saint Michel — restaurants, bars, and entertainment.

Ships Guide →

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Foot passenger from £24 · Car + 2 passengers from £114

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