Le Havre Ferry Port Information
Le Havre is located in north west France on the mouth of the River Seine on the English Channel.
Le Havre has always been an important coastal defense location and a major trading port since the 14th century. It is the main hub of container traffic and handles 60% of France's container business, almost 40% of all French crude oil passes it.
Much of Le Havre was destroyed in the 2nd World war. Le Havre was rebuilt and as such UNESCO listed the centre of le Havre a World Heritage Site in 2005 due to its post war planning. There are however many museums and art galleries in Le Havre.
Le Havre ferry port is has a great access to the French road network. The A131, A29 and the A28 motorways provide direct connection, via the Loire valley, to the south-west of France as well as Spain and Portugal. Train services run from gare de Havre and journey time to Paris is 2 hours.
Le Havre is only 200 km from Paris. It is a great destination for a beach or water sports holiday as well as a starting point for exploring Normandy and the rest of France.
Le Havre Ferries | Services & Facilities
Le Havre port is France's largest commercial port. The passenger ferry terminal is exclusively used by LD Lines who operate Le Havre ferries to Portsmouth.
Le Havre ferry terminal facilities include a tourist information office on the Boulevard Clémenceau, café, convenience store and bureau de change.
Throughout the year LD Lines Portsmouth to Le Havre route is operated by the Cote d'Albatre. There is one sailing a day taking between 5 hours 30 mins to 8 hours depending on the daytime or evening crossing. On board relax in their sumptuous lounge with panoramic views or enjoy a drink or meal in their bar or restaurant. There is also a boutique and children's play-areas.
Between March and September their High Speed Catarmaran the Norman Arrow offers a fast service between Portsmouth and Le Havre with a crossing time of just 3 hours 15 minutes.
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