Bilbao – Portsmouth
Ferry to England
Bilbao – Portsmouth
Ferry to England
Depending on the season their are about 2 weekly sailings between Bilbao and Portsmouth.Brittany Ferries provides the ferry from Bilbao to Portsmouth. Bilbao Portsmouth ferries take around 31 hours 22 minutes. The ferry costs between $763.83 and $2,814.55, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Bilbao to Portsmouth.
Bilbao Portsmouth ferries depart at around 13:00.
Ferries from Bilbao to Portsmouth sail in around 31 hours 22 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 29 hours 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 2 weekly sailings from Bilbao to Portsmouth provided by Brittany Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Bilbao to Portsmouth typically range between $763.83* and $2,814.55*. On average the Bilbao Portsmouth ferry is $1,593.20*. The cheapest Bilbao Portsmouth ferry prices start from $763.83*. The average price for a foot passenger is $1,184.17*. The average price for a car is $1,803.26*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 June 2025.
The distance between Bilbao to Portsmouth is approximately 533 miles (857km) or 463 nautical miles.
Yes, Bilbao Portsmouth ferries allow cars onboard with Brittany Ferries between Bilbao and Portsmouth. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Bilbao and Portsmouth use our Deal Finder.
Brittany Ferries allow foot passengers on Bilbao Portsmouth ferries.
Brittany Ferries allow pets on ferries from Bilbao to Portsmouth. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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| Bilbao - Portsmouth Ferry Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Destination | Spain | |
| Destination | England | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Brittany Ferries | |
| Average Price | $1593 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 31 h 22 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 29 h 30 m | |
| First Ferry | 13:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 13:00 | |
| Distance | 463 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 June 2025.
The Spanish city of Bilbao, located in the autonomous region of the Basque Country, lies in the north central part of Spain and is around 14km to the south of the Bay of Biscay, where the estuary of Bilbao is formed. The city is the capital of the province of Biscay and is the main commercial and cultural hub of northern Spain. One of the main drivers behind the city's reputation is the Guggenheim Museum which draws visitors in to the city who then find out for themselves the other interesting attractions the city has on offer. The city's location makes it the perfect port of entry to the northern Iberian Peninsular and to south west France.
The city's port lies on the Bilbao Abra Bay, and along the Estuary of Bilbao in Biscay (the Basque Country). The port's main facilities can be found in the Santurtzi and Zierbena municipalities, approximately 15 km west of Bilbao. Brittany Ferries operate the Portsmouth to Bilbao route, with their boat, the MV Cap Finistère.
Portsmouth is an English city in the county of Hampshire, lying on the English Channel coast. Leading ferry operators including Condor Ferries, Wightlink and Brittany Ferries serve the city's port from British and international locations including Le Havre, Bilbao, Cherbourg, Caen, St Malo, St Helier, St Peter Port and Ryde.
The city boasts a long, illustrious maritime history and has connections with the Royal Navy that go back centuries. It was also one of the world's greatest shipbuilding centres and constructed the first ever dry dock, in the 15th century, which is still in use today. Portsmouth is still an important base for the navy and is home to a number of historic ships including the crowning glory of Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship, HMS Victory.
The nearby suburb of Southsea is a popular destination for families and has a lovely stretch of beach, two piers and a good selection of bars, cafes, restaurants and a theme park at Clarence Pier.
