Brittany Ferries: Ferries, Tickets, Routes & Info

General info

Brittany Ferries is a French ferry company connecting the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Ireland, and the Channel Islands. The company operates conventional cruise ferries and high-speed vessels across the English Channel and the Bay of Biscay, carrying both foot passengers and vehicles. Its fleet offers a range of accommodations and onboard services, making Brittany Ferries a convenient option for short crossings to France as well as longer, overnight trips to Spain and Ireland.

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Brittany Ferries ferry routes

Brittany Ferries serves ferry connections between the UK and France, the UK and Spain, Ireland and France, Ireland and Spain, and the Channel Islands. Some routes run year-round, while others are seasonal, and sailing frequency varies by time of year.

Brittany Ferries fleet

Brittany Ferries operates a varied fleet of cruise ferries and high-speed vessels. Ships serving the company’s network include Armorique, Barfleur, Mont St Michel, Galicia, Guillaume de Normandie, Pont-Aven, Saint-Malo, Salamanca, and Santoña, among others.

Onboard experience

The Brittany Ferries fleet is designed for both short cross-Channel services and longer trips across the Bay of Biscay. Facilities differ by ship and route, but on most ferries you will find:

Air-conditioned lounges and outdoor decks
Restaurants, self-service dining areas, cafés, and bars
Reserved seating and private cabins
Shops and children’s play areas
Cinemas and seasonal entertainment on selected ships
Wi-Fi packages, available throughout many ships and cabins
Pet-friendly accommodation and amenities

Brittany Ferries is also renewing its fleet with lower-emission technology. The Salamanca and Santoña are powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), while Saint-Malo and Guillaume de Normandie combine LNG and electric propulsion. These hybrid ships can use shore power and recharge their batteries where compatible port infrastructure is available.

Accessibility

The vessels operated by Brittany Ferries are generally accessible to travellers with disabilities, featuring ramps and lifts to move between decks, adapted seating and amenities in common areas, and wheelchair-accessible cabins with adapted amenities.

Brittany Ferries also offers boarding assistance upon request, with at least 48 hr prior notice before your journey.

Note: the accessibility features vary from vessel to vessel, so it is recommended to contact the operator for further details.

Luggage allowance

When traveling with Brittany Ferries, you can bring as many bags as you can carry on board by yourself, regardless of size or weight, at no extra cost.

Brittany Ferries discounts & offers

When traveling with Brittany Ferries, you can take advantage of regular discounts offered to specific traveler categories. Typically, infants and toddlers up to 3 years old travel for free, while children under 16 are entitled to lower ferry ticket rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I travel with my car on Brittany Ferries ferry?

Yes, the conventional ferries operated by Brittany Ferries have car decks, allowing you to travel with your vehicle to your destination. You can travel with cars, scooters, motorbikes, camper vans and bicycles. Make sure you book your tickets well in advance, as spaces are limited and often sell out during the high season.

Can I travel overnight with Brittany Ferries?

Yes, many Brittany Ferries routes include evening departures are often overnight crossings. Overnight travel is common on the longer routes from the UK to Spain, as well as on selected connections to France and Ireland.

For a more comfortable trip, you can book a cabin or reserved seat, depending on the vessel. A cabin may be compulsory on certain longer crossings.

Does Brittany Ferries offer cabins?

Yes, on longer ferry routes and evening crossings with Brittany Ferries, you can book a cabin for greater privacy and comfort. Depending on the route and vessel, you may have the option between:

Standard inside cabins
Outside cabins with a sea view
Deluxe cabins and suites with extra room and a sea view
Accessible cabins for passengers with disabilities
Pet-friendly and allergen-free cabins
Shared cabins

The cabins generally feature a desk, toiletries, and an en-suite bathroom. The deluxe cabins and suites typically feature extra space, a double bed and additional amenities such as a TV, Wi-Fi access, tea- and coffee-making facilities, complimentary breakfast and access to an exclusive lounge.

Are pets allowed on board?

Yes, Brittany Ferries welcomes pets on its ferries, provided you include them in your booking. During the trip, smaller pets must be kept in their carrier, while larger pets must wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash. The ferries have designated walking areas, however pets are generally not allowed in standard cabins, lounges or dining areas.

Where do pets stay on the ferry?

Depending on the route and vessel, you can book a pet-friendly cabin, a spot in the onboard kennels or your pet can stay in your vehicle for the trip. If you decide to leave your pet in your vehicle, try to leave a window slightly open for ventilation.

Do Brittany Ferries ferries operate year-round?

Yes, many Brittany Ferries routes between the UK and France operate year-round. Services to Spain and Ireland also run during much of the year, although schedules and frequencies vary by route.

Some connections are seasonal, and departures are generally more frequent during the summer months. Always check the latest schedules before booking.

How early should I arrive at the port for my Brittany Ferries ferry?

Check-in times vary according to the route and booking type, but in most cases, foot passengers are advised to arrive at least 1 hr ahead of departure. Passengers traveling with pets should normally arrive at least 90 min before departure, while passengers with vehicles should be at the port 1.5-2 hr in advance. It is a good idea to allow extra time when traveling during busy periods.

Does Brittany Ferries have e-tickets?

No, with Brittany Ferries, you can book your ferry tickets online on Ferryhopper and pick them up in paper form from the company’s collection points at the port before the trip.