Ferry from Portsmouth to Dieppe
Portsmouth to Dieppe suits travellers heading for eastern Normandy or Paris who’d rather start from the south coast. The crossing lands you well placed for the autoroute towards the capital. Consider it if Portsmouth is closer to home than Dover or Newhaven.
Routes
Ferry services from Portsmouth to Dieppe
There are no direct ferries from Portsmouth to Dieppe. Most travellers heading to Dieppe are better off driving east to Newhaven and taking the direct DFDS ferry. If you prefer to depart from Portsmouth, Brittany Ferries’ service to Le Havre provides the closest alternative.
Map with suggested Portsmouth – Dieppe ferry routes
This map shows ferry routes from Portsmouth to Dieppe, with crossing times, fares and the ports they sail from. Tap a route for details, tap a port for its sailings, or zoom in for more.
Onboard experience
Newhaven–Dieppe is a relatively short crossing with cafés, lounges and onboard facilities for day and overnight sailings. Portsmouth–Le Havre offers a larger ferry experience with restaurants, lounges, cabins and outdoor decks.
From the arrival port to your destination
The direct Newhaven–Dieppe ferry arrives in the city itself. From Le Havre, Dieppe is around 75 miles (120 km) away, with a drive of approximately 1 hour 45 minutes through Normandy.
By car
If your destination is Dieppe, driving around 90 miles (145 km) from Portsmouth to Newhaven is usually worthwhile, as it avoids the onward drive in France. Staying in Portsmouth and sailing to Le Havre is the better choice if you already plan to explore Normandy or travel further west.
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