The ferry companies Brittany Ferries and DFDS offer journeys from southern England (Poole, Portsmouth, Plymouth, and Dover) to France (Calais, Dunkirk, St. Malo, Cherbourg, Roscoff, Le Havre, and Caen).
Stena Line provides departures from Belfast, Northern Ireland, to Cairnryan, Scotland, and Liverpool, England. The same ferry company connects Dublin and Rosslare in Ireland, to Holyhead and Fishguard in Wales. Irish Ferries operates the journey from Ireland to Wales from the ports of Rosslare and Pembroke.
There are crossings from England to northern Spain, from Plymouth and Portsmouth to Bilbao and Santander, operated by Brittany Ferries.
Ferry connections from England to Holland are operated by DFDS, from the port of Newcastle to Amsterdam, and by Stena Line, from the port of Harwich to Hook of Holland.
All ferries to Great Britain run throughout the year. You can reserve a reclining seat or opt for one of the different types of private cabin to enjoy greater comfort and privacy.
There are garages on board the ferries to Great Britain. You can travel with your car, motorbike, or camping van. Services such as toilets, bars and restaurants, recreation areas for children and young people, and cabins for every need are available.
Pets are allowed on board, but travel conditions vary depending on the ferry company.
Take the ferry to Great Britain and discover astounding places!
If you decide to take a ferry to Great Britain, you can start from England: explore London, a must-see European capital, where you can admire some of its most famous monuments, such as the Big Ben and Buckingham Palace, or take a Thames river cruise. The famous university cities of Oxford and Cambridge and the cultural and historical richness of Nottingham are also worth a visit. If you're after fantastic coastal scenery and stunning beaches, Cornwall and Kent regions are for you.
You can continue your journey in Wales, a voyage through time to discover its ancient traditions. Start by visiting Cardiff, a city that combines modernity and tradition. Walk along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, you will be able to admire numerous historic castles and forts, countless churches and cathedrals, as well as splendid beaches, picturesque harbours and fishing villages including Pembroke, Tenby and St Davids.
Last but not least, reach the wonderful Scotland with ferries to Great Britain. In Edinburgh, the charming capital of the nation, you can visit its breathtaking Castle, then stroll along the Canongate and chill in one of its cosy pubs. Another beautiful city is Glasgow, where traditional and contemporary architecture are the perfect background for your city exploring. Finally, reach the northernmost part of the region: you will be fascinated by the Highlands, the city of Inverness, the Isle of Skye and the famous Loch Ness.
