Portsmouth ferry port, also known as Portsmouth International Port, is located at George Byng Way, Portsmouth, PO2 8SP and is described as Britain's biggest municipal port, operated by Portsmouth City Council. The port handles passenger and vehicle ferry services to France, Spain, Jersey, and Guernsey, and also receives cruise ship calls.
Portsmouth International Port is well connected by road, rail, and coach, making it a convenient departure point for travellers from London, the south-east, and beyond.
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The passenger terminal at Portsmouth Ferry Port includes Ceanos café, located upstairs, with views over the port and the ships at berth. On the ground floor, the Ceanos convenience store stocks essential travel items, snacks, beverages, and hot drinks. A Sky Garden is open to both passengers and the public, providing seating and views across the port.
Free Wi-Fi is available across the whole port site. Connect by selecting "My Port WiFi" on your device. A water bottle refill station is available in the terminal. A parent and baby changing room is provided. Left Luggage storage is available for ticket holders from 05:30 to 23:59.
Currency exchange is available via No1 Currency, located nearby in Portsmouth city centre, with a click-and-collect option allowing you to order online before your visit. InstaVolt 50kW DC rapid electric vehicle charging stations are located opposite the terminal building. First-aid trained staff and defibrillators are available throughout the port.
Getting to Portsmouth Ferry Port
By road: The M275 motorway provides direct access to the port. A 20-minute drop-off zone is available directly outside the terminal building.
By train: Direct rail services to Portsmouth run from London Waterloo, London Victoria, Brighton, Gatwick Airport, Southampton, Eastleigh, and Cardiff. Alight at Portsmouth and Southsea station, about a 5-minute taxi ride or a 20-minute walk from the port. A shared-use cycle path from the station takes approximately 10 minutes by bike.
By coach: National Express operates direct services from London Victoria coach station, with a stop at the port terminal.
By bus: First Bus and Stagecoach operate local bus services to the port. Portsmouth's park-and-ride service stops near the port at Rudmore Roundabout, accessible via an underpass.
By taxi: A taxi rank is located outside the main terminal building. Taxis can also be pre-booked.
By bicycle: The port is accessible via National Cycle Network Route 22. Bike racks are available at the terminal and car lanes. Beryl bike hire and Voi e-scooter rental stations are located adjacent to the car park.
Parking: A multi-storey car park is located a few minutes' walk from the terminal building at George Byng Way, Portsmouth PO2 8SP. The car park is open 24 hours and is Park Mark accredited. The maximum vehicle height is 2.1 metres. Pay by debit or credit card at the ground-floor machines, or via the APCOA Connect mobile app. Advance booking is available online through APCOA.
Motorcycles: free of charge
Six EV charging stations are located inside the car park, with additional charging points outside the terminal entrance. Limited hard-standing spaces for motorhomes and caravans are available in front of the multi-storey, subject to permit restrictions.