Ferries to the Channel Islands
Thinking of heading to the stunning Channel Islands this year?
Thought about taking the ferry?
If you haven’t considered it before it’s time to explore travel to the Channel Islands by ferry with Premier Holidays’ fantastic sea-travel offers! Comfortable, reliable and surprisingly fast the ferry provides the perfect hassle-free way to reach your destination. You will arrive feeling totally relaxed and ready to start your holiday or short break in style.
Not only great value for money, travelling by ferry also gives you complete freedom. You can travel with your own car if you wish to be independent, and it’s a wonderfully relaxed way to start your journey. Just pack up the car, head to the port and jump on the ferry. When you reach the other side you will have everything you need to begin your Channel Islands adventure, and this option is particularly popular with families.
You can even take your beloved pets on board with you and there’s no doubt they would love the Channel Islands just as much as you! With acres of green fields and fresh sea air it’s a dog’s haven – they may even fancy a dip in the water!
Alternatively you can board as a foot passenger, and as all of our packages are inclusive of transfers to and from your hotel car hire is not compulsory for your trip. However, if you did want to hire a car whilst on the islands we can cater for all requirements, whether you need a fancy little run around or facilities to accommodate a car seat. It does give you that little bit of added freedom enabling you to head to the beaches, enjoy the world heritage sites and explore the islands at your leisure, so just ask our dedicated Travel Consultants at the time of booking and they will be more than happy to provide you with the options.
Crossings to Jersey and Guernsey are operated by Condor Ferries with whom Premier Holidays work closely to ensure we can always give you the best offers and prices available to you at the time of booking (even if that means a lower price than the brochure one!) There are up to three sailings per day giving you a variety of choice for departure times, and we can offer you all the options at the time of booking to secure you get the most out of your holiday. Departures are currently available from Portsmouth or Poole.
Whilst on board the ferries you have the freedom to take a stroll onto the deck and breathe in the fresh sea air, or to enjoy the journey relaxing in your own guaranteed ‘airline-style' seat. All of the ferries have on board duty free shopping which you can take advantage of to your heart’s content. The fast ferry speeds to the Islands at 40 miles per hour using the latest ‘ride-control' technology, with journey times from only 3hours (Poole to Guernsey) and 4hours 30 minutes Poole to Jersey), so even if you’re only visiting for couple of days you can rest assured that getting there is only the beginning.
Check out our extensive range of exclusive offers to the Channel Islands and embark on your next holiday by sea today!
- Great value
- Bring your own car
- Onboard duty-free shop
- Currently up to 2 sailings a day from Poole
Additional onboard facilities
Club class service (fast ferry)
For an extra special journey, travel Club class, where you can sit comfortably and enjoy steward service, with newspapers and beverages at £18 extra per adult each way.
Reclining seats
For extra comfort while you travel, reclining seats on the fast ferry, £4.95 extra per adult each way. Reclining seats on the traditional ferry, £6.95 extra per adult each way.
Four-berth en-suite cabin
Onboard the traditional ferry from Portsmouth, £69 (night) extra per cabin each way and £35 (day) (2 passengers sharing).
Journey times
Traditional ferry
Portsmouth to Guernsey 6hrs, 30 mins
Portsmouth to Jersey 10hrs, 30 mins
Fast ferry
Poole to Guernsey 3hrs
Poole to Jersey 4hrs, 30 mins
Sailing times are subject to tidal amendments.
Vehicle Definitions
When booking, Condor Ferries offers the following selection choices for vehicle types:
Foot Passenger
Standard Car up to 1.85m high
Standard Car over 1.85m high
Low SUV/Low MPV up to 1.85m high
High SUV/High MPV over 1.85m high
Motorbike
Motorbike and sidecar
Vehicle Types Make/Model list
Unsure of your vehicle dimensions? - Click here to view by make & model
What is classed as an SUV?
Condor Ferries defines an SUV as a Sports Utility Vehicle with 4+ seats. As an indicative but by no means definitive guide, this would typically include vehicles such as Land Rovers, Range Rovers, Mitsubishi Shoguns etc. If your Sports Utility Vehicle only has 2 seats please choose the appropriate 'standard car' dimension when necessary. Small supplements apply to SUV’s - see ‘Weight’ paragraph below.
What is classed as an MPV?
Condor Ferries defines an MPV as a ‘Multi Purpose Vehicle’ or ‘People Carrier’ with the capability to carry 6+ people. Small supplements apply to MPV’s - see ‘Weight’ paragraph below.
Vehicle Dimension Supplements
Height
Condor Ferries does not currently charge height supplements, nevertheless it is important to declare the correct height as vehicles over 1.85m (inclusive of stored items on the roof) cannot be accommodated in all parking areas on the car deck.
Length
Condor Ferries currently charges small increments in price for vehicles above 4.5 metres in length. As an example if your vehicle is 4.8 metres long, you must enter this information accurately in the "Vehicle Length" field.
Weight
Some private vehicle categories are getting heavier both by design plus their ability to carry more passengers and their effects. Accordingly, Condor Ferries currently charges a small supplement for MPVs and SUVs. Please note the maximum laden vehicle weight is 3.5 tonnes (equivalent to 2 tonnes axle weight) for the Fast Ferry services. Any vehicle exceeding this will be refused boarding.
Bicycle Racks
Condor Ferries charges a small supplement for rear bicycle racks. Bicycles stacked on the roof of vehicles/trailers are not currently charged for, but must be declared as part of the overall height of the vehicle or vehicle trailer.
