Portsmouth Terminal Guide:
Portsmouth Ferry Port - Getting there and away

Portsmouth is closer to central London than Dover or the Channel Tunnel, and has the best road connections of any UK Channel ferry port.

By Car: From London, take the M3 or A3. From the Midlands take the M3 to the A34, and from the South West take the A31. From Bristol and south Wales take the A36. These roads lead to the M275, from which an exit road leads directly to the port.
By Train: There are train services between Portsmouth and London Waterloo, taking 85 minutes. There are also services between London Victoria and Portsmouth passing through Chichester, Brighton and Gatwick. From Cardiff the train passes through Salisbury and Bristol. Portsmouth stations include Portsmouth & Southsea and Portsmouth The Hard Interchange, both of which are close to the Port.
By Coach: Regular coach services go from Portsmouth to London Victoria and Gatwick Airport. From London on-bound connections can be made to the rest of the UK.

There is a covered drop off and pick up area for foot passengers beside the main passenger terminal which provides additional space for coaches and taxis. There is also an allocated coach park adjacent to the main terminal.

Portsmouth Terminal Information

Baby changing room: There is a baby-changing facility on the main concourse and travel centre.
Bar: The Ocean bar is open from 12pm to 2.30pm and from 6pm to 11pm. Both pounds sterling and Euros are accepted.
Cafeteria: The Java Café is open from 5.30am to 11.30pm.
Bureau de change: It is possible to change money at the Brittany Ferries Information desk. There is also an Intercash and Thomas Cook exchange facility.
Ferry from Portsmouth - Normandie Express
Services for the Disabled: Wheelchairs are available in the terminal.
Left Luggage: Left luggage is situated behind the port security desk at the terminal. A charge of £1 per day is made.
Lost Property: Enquiries relating to lost property must be directed to the Security/Ferry Port Control Office.

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Poole Terminal Guide:

Poole Ferry Port - Getting there and away
If you're planning a trip to Cherbourg from the UK, Poole is an excellent option. The port is easily accessible with a choice of routes into town. Excellent trunk road access allows you to arrive from anywhere in the UK with ease.

By road: Poole is linked by the A31 to the M27, and from there to the M3 to London. The A350 runs north to Bristol, and the A35 to Dorchester and Exeter. Once in town, drivers are advised to head into the town centre and then follow signs for the port.
By rail: Poole railway station is centrally situated and is about 20-25 minutes walk from the ferry terminal.
By coach: Passengers should contact their local coach station or National Express for schedules and information.
By taxi: Taxis can be found waiting outside the terminal for ship arrivals and departures.

Poole Ferry Port & Terminal Facilities

Brittany Ferries started this route in June 1973. The ferry terminal is located in Hamworthy, which is accessed across a lifting bridge over the mouth of Holes Bay and Poole Harbour. At the terminal there are commission-free bureau de change facilities, car and caravan parking and, in the summer months, a restaurant and bar.

Baby changing room: There is a baby-changing facility within the toilet block in the vehicle check-in lanes.
Showers: Shower facilities are available in the modern toilet block near the car check-in lanes.
Shuttle Bus: There is a shuttle bus, which runs between the passenger terminal and the ship for foot passengers
Telephones: There are coin payphones in the terminal.
Parking: At the present time there is a parking facility opposite the terminal. Caravans cannot be left in the car park but can be parked 'overnight' in the car lanes for a £5.00 fee. For the latest accurate fees please consult your travel agent.
Cafeteria: There is a snack bar/buffet that opens during ship arrivals and departures (summer season only).
Snack Bar/shop: There is a snack bar that also sells continental motoring accessories, near the car check-in lanes. It is open most days during the summer season.
Bureau de change: The bureau de change is open for all ferry departures and during normal office hours.
Services for the Disabled: The terminal is a single storey ground floor building that can be accessed via a gentle ramp. Disabled toilets can be found in the modern toilet block near the car check in lanes.
Left Luggage: There is a left luggage facility. There is a small daily charge.

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Plymouth Terminal Guide:
Plymouth Ferry Port - Getting there and away

By Road: If you're driving from London, take the M4 west to the junction with the M5 going south to Exeter. From Exeter, head southwest on the A38 to Plymouth.
By Train: Frequent trains run from London's Paddington Station to Plymouth in 3 ¼ to 4 hours. For rail information, tel. 0845 7484950 in the UK. Plymouth Train Station lies on North Road, 5 minutes from the City Centre. Western National Bus no. 83/84 runs from the station to the heart of Plymouth.
By Coach: National Express has frequent daily bus services between London's Victoria Coach Station and Plymouth. The trip takes 4 ½ hours. Call National Express on 08705 808080 for schedules and information.

Plymouth Ferry Terminal Facilities

For sailings to Roscoff in Brittany and Santander in Spain, Plymouth is the ideal departure point. The ferry port offers good parking, refreshments and a commission-free bureau de change..

Baby changing room: There is a baby care/changing room on the first floor.
Cafeteria: There is a cafeteria in the terminal which opens for ferry arrivals and departures only. In high season there is also a takeaway facility in the car lanes.
Bureau de change: There is a Bureau de Change located at the Terminal Counter, open from 9am to 5.30pm, seven days-a-week and for all ferry departures. There is also a Thomas Cook bureau de change in the terminal, which is also open for ship arrivals and departures.
Cash Point : There is an ATM cash point in the main terminal building. (charge applies).
Disabled Services: Access to the first floor of the terminal is via an escalator or lift. Disabled toilet facilities can be found next to the car check-in lanes and also on the first floor of the terminal (access by lift). Wheelchairs are available from the passenger terminal. These must be requested at the time of check-in.
Left Luggage: There is no left luggage facility although there are lockers at Bretonside bus station.
Parking: The ferry port offers good parking charged at £3.70 per day if you plan to leave the car.
Shuttle Bus: There is no shuttle bus between the ship and the terminal.
Telephones: Payphones can be found in the terminal on the first floor, and also in the car lanes.
Terminal Opening Hours: The terminal is manned from 9.00 to 17.30 and for all ship arrivals and departures.
Tourist Information: The Tourist Information Centre is at the Island House, The Barbican (01752 304849). A second information centre, Plymouth Discovery Centre, is at located in Marsh Mills, Plymouth (01752 266030)

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Cherbourg Terminal guide:

Cherbourg is one of the best-connected ferry ports in France. Brittany Ferries sail to Cherbourg from Poole and Portsmouth and offer the fastest available crossing to this port via the high speed ferry service from Poole.

By Road: Take the N13 to Caen and the D901 to Cherbourg. Once in Cherbourg, it is easy to find the port, which is clearly signposted.
By Taxi: Taxis can normally be found outside the terminal. If there are no taxis available, passengers are advised to contact the Brittany Ferries information desk in the terminal.
By Bus: There is a shuttle bus that runs between the terminal and the town centre. It operates in conjunction with ship arrival and departure times. This service is temporarily out of service until further notice.
By Train: To walk from the terminal to the railway station takes about 40 minutes.

Cherbourg Terminal Facilities

Baby changing room: There is a baby care/changing room on the first floor, accessible by lift.
Bar: The bar is open all day, from early morning until late evening.
Bureau de change: There is a Bureau de Change facility which is open for ferry arrivals and departures.
Disabled Services: There are ramps for disabled access and disabled parking spaces in the car park. Disabled toilet facilities can be found in the terminal.
Left Luggage: There is no left luggage facility.
Parking: There is a car park situated in front of the terminal. Parking here is free but for short stays only. There is also an area near the terminal where cars and caravans may park for the night. Also near the terminal, there is secure parking for longer stays.
Showers: Showers can be found in the terminal. They are open for use during ship arrivals and departures. There is no charge for usage.
Shuttle Bus: The Shuttle Bus service between the Passenger Terminal and the Town Centre has been suspended until further notice.
Souvenir and Paper Shop: This shop is open for arrivals and departures.
Telephones: Phonecard payphones can be found in the terminal. Phonecards can be purchased from the freight office counter or the Bureau de Change. There is also a credit card payphone.
Terminal Opening Hours: The terminal is manned for ship arrivals and departures.
Tourist Information: The tourist information is open throughout the year for ship arrivals and departures.


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