The port of Cherbourg is in the north of France and a cross channel connects it with the Ports of Poole and Portsmouth. Sailing with Brittany Ferries, from Poole takes 130 minutes on a high speed crossing and this service is offered daily. However slower ferries are available with P&O and Brittany Ferries.
All ferries are equipped with means of entertainment and activities to make the journey more enjoyable, including restaurants and bars, play areas and activity centres, as well as shops.

The Vikings invaded Cherbourg because of its excellent location and they not only developed a port but also a town. Duke William of Normandy and his wife lived here also for a period. This town plays an important part in exciting the Normandy history.
The town has evolved since the Vikings into a large and busy town.

Poole to Cherbourg dept.	07:30*	12:30	23:45
Journey Time (hours)	2 ¼	4 ½	6 ½
Pourtsmouth to Chebourg dept.	08:00	15:45
Journey Time (hours)	3 (Mar. to Oct.)	5 all other times

 
Once arrived in Cherbourg there is a lot to do. There are a lot of museums and historical places of interest within the town, as well as entertainment and facilities for the younger generations. There are a number of different coach trips to avail of as well as theme parks, theatres, museums to name but a few areas of interest. There are a number of excellent restaurants to eat, as this is a coastal town fish restaurants are very popular. Find your hotel here!

Make the most of your holiday and travel by car to the small villages and towns outside the large town of Cherbourg and experience the real French life, car hire is also available from the port, or book your train tickets.