Bilbao Ferries

P&O Ferries to Bilbao

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The only route from the UK to Bilbao is the P&O Ferries Portsmouth to Bilbao service. With up to three crossings per week it is a great way to start your holiday in Spain. The crossing is slower than the ferry to Santander just up the coast operated by Brittany Ferries.

Pack as much as you can into the car (no need to worry about baggage limits or volcanic ash!), and take the ferry to Bilbao then head further into France, Spain or beyond. The overnight crossing leaves you and the family time to relax and enjoy the facilities onboard, plus the sea views and even a bit of dolphin spotting.

The ferry is the Pride of Bilbao, a luxury cruise ferry, with a number of restaurants, live entertainment, two casinos, saunas, and a gym. Of course there’s also shopping onboard, plus a beauty salon for a last minute bit of pampering.

All cabins are ensuite and there’s a choice to suit different budgets – from the basic inside cabins, to luxury Club class cabins with more space and facilities. Treat yourself to a bit of luxury at the start of your holiday!

When arriving in Bilbao you’ve already cut out much of the travelling and hassle of a long drive through France, and the excellent motorway network makes getting to southern France, Spain or Portugal easy. Madrid is just three hours drive away, and the Pyrenees are in easy reach.

Note: P&O are unfortunately ending this service on the 27th September 2010. From then on the only option for a ferry to Spain will be the Brittany Ferries services to Santander from Portsmouth and Plymouth.

Bilbao Port

Address: Puerto de Bilbao (Santurtzi), Muelle Vizcaya, Espigón, 3, 48980 Santurtzi.

Alternative routes

• Portsmouth or Plymouth to Santander operated by Brittany Ferries.
• The Brittany ferries service to Spain has a shorter crossing time of 20 to 24 hours

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