Cherbourg is one of the best-connected ferry ports in France. Brittany Ferries sail to Cherbourg from Poole and Portsmouth and offer the fastest available crossing to this port via a high speed ferry service from Poole.
You can sail to Cherbourg on the following routes:
- Portsmouth to Cherbourg (Brittany Ferries)
- Poole to Cherbourg (Brittany Ferries)
- Rosslare to Cherbourg (Irish Ferries)
Directions To and From Cherbourg Ferry Terminal
Address: Quai de Normandie, Cherbourg, 50100. Tel: 02 33 88 44 88
Getting to Cherbourg Terminal
By car
Take the N13 to Caen and the D901 to Cherbourg. Once in Cherbourg, it is easy to find the port, which is clearly signposted.
By taxi
Taxis can normally be found outside the terminal. If there are no taxis available, passengers are advised to contact the Brittany Ferries information desk in the terminal.
By bus
The nearest bus stop is on “Boulevard Maritime” near the cinema.
By train
For all rail enquiries, please call SNCF on +33 836 35 35 35 or visit SNCF.
By foot
It takes approximately 10-15 minutes to walk to the town centre and 40 minutes to the train station from the terminal.
Cherbourg Terminal Facilities
Baby changing room
There is a baby care/ changing room on the first floor, accessible by lift.
Bar
The bar is open all day, from early morning until late evening.
Bureau de change
There is a Bureau de Change facility (not operated by Brittany Ferries), which is open for ferry arrivals and departures.
Disabled facilities
There are ramps for disabled access and disabled parking spaces in the car park. Disabled toilet facilities can be found in the terminal. Wheelchairs are available from the Brittany Ferries information desk.
Showers
Showers can be found in the terminal. They are open for use during ship arrivals and departures. There is no charge for usage.
Souvenir and Paper Shop
This shop is open for arrivals and departures.
Telephones
Phonecard payphones can be found in the terminal. Phonecards can be purchased from the freight office counter or the Bureau de Change. There is also a credit card payphone.
Terminal opening hours
The terminal is manned for ship arrivals and departures.
Tourist Information
The tourist information desk is open throughout the year for ship arrivals and departures. For enquiries, please ring +33 233 93 52 52.
Parking at Cherbourg Terminal
There is a car park situated in front of the terminal. Parking here is free but for short stays only. There is also an area near the terminal where cars and caravans may park for the night. Also near the terminal, there is secure parking for longer stays.
All information was accurate as of 6th January 2010
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