Ferries from
England to Spain
Ferries from
England to Spain
England to Spain ferries are operated by Brittany Ferries. There are currently 3 daily and 4 weekly sailings. The Plymouth to Santander ferry crossing is the most popular route with a scheduled sailing duration of about 20 hours 15 minutes.
Yes, you can get a ferry from England to Spain. Ferries from England to Spain sail approximately 4 times per week and are provided by Brittany Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Spain today.
The duration of the ferry from England to Spain depends on a number of factors including the ferry company you're travelling with and the weather conditions at the time of sail. The duration of the England Spain ferry also varies between routes.
England to Spain ferry times vary between 20 hours 15 minutes and 36 hours.
The fastest ferry from England to Spain is the Plymouth to Santander route. This ferry is provided by Brittany Ferries and takes around 20 hours 15 minutes with an average price of £675.00. There are currently 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
England to Spain ferry times can differ depending on the route you choose and which ferry company you're travelling with. The season you travel in can also affect the times, with more options usually available in the peak summer months. If you're travelling from England to Spain by boat, it's best to check the latest England to Spain ferry timetable before you book.
Plymouth – Santander first ferry: 15:45
Plymouth – Santander last ferry: 16:45
Portsmouth – Bilbao first ferry: 19:00
Portsmouth – Bilbao last ferry: 22:45
There is 1 ferry company providing this route. England to Spain ferries are provided by Brittany Ferries.
England to Spain distance: 477 miles (767km) and 414 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, due to the crossing time, you cannot do a day trip from England to Spain.
There are currently 3 ferry routes operating from England to Spain;
The most popular ferry is Plymouth to Santander with up to 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes about 20 hours 15 minutes.
The second most popular route is the Portsmouth to Bilbao ferry with up to 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings. The Portsmouth to Bilbao ferry takes about 33 hours.
England to Spain ferry prices can vary depending on a number of factors including the route, ferry company, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. The route you choose can also affect the ferry price with the Plymouth to Santander ferry costing £675.00 on average and the Portsmouth to Bilbao ferry costing £478.22 on average.
Prices on the Plymouth to Santander ferry start from just £315.00 whilst prices on Portsmouth to Bilbao start from £273.00. Bear in mind that prices often vary and are usually higher during the peak summer months.
Yes, you can take your car on the ferry to Spain from England with Brittany Ferries. Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and to find England to Spain car ferry prices.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from England to Spain with Brittany Ferries.
Yes, you can travel with your on the England to Spain ferry with Brittany Ferries.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Spain online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.
You're best booking your England to Spain ferry tickets as soon as you know your travel plans. Ferries can sell out, especially in the summer months so it's best to secure your place on the ferry well in advance. The sooner you book, the cheaper the prices tend to be too.
We recommend booking your England to Spain ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best price. The cheapest ferries from England to Spain are usually out of season and at off-peak times.
You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers. Discounts for senior citizens and residents are available on some routes. If you're a student, you can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets too.
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