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Guernsey ferry port at St Peter Port
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Guernsey to St Malo Ferry

The boat to St Malo leaves St Peter Port. France is one hour ahead of Guernsey, so use French local time when fixing a pickup, hotel arrival or onward train.

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Choose Channel Islands as your place of departure, then select Guernsey - St Malo. If the ports are grouped under an island or region, choose that place of departure or “Show all routes”. Enter your dates and confirm the direction shown before booking. Search all ferry routes.

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Route guide

From St Peter Port to the Brittany coast

Begin with the Guernsey to St Malo timetable. The operator describes direct Voyager crossings of about two hours. When comparing another result, open the itinerary to see whether there is an intermediate call and how that affects arrival in Brittany.

Read the departure and check-in times on the Guernsey clock. For example, two hours at sea after leaving at 10:00 island time would put you ashore around 13:00 French time before allowing for disembarkation.

For a car trip, include all occupants and the correct vehicle dimensions before comparing fares. On a foot-passenger trip, check how you will get from the French terminal to your accommodation or the railway station after a late sailing.

If returning to the island, check the French departure separately. The outbound and return journeys use different local clocks, and the last useful sailing of the day may leave too little time for an inland excursion.

Check the total cost for everyone travelling, including any vehicle, reserved seat, cabin or other option offered. A later arrival in St Malo may affect your next connection or accommodation, so compare the whole journey as well as the fare.

Travelling the other way? Read the St Malo to Guernsey ferry guide.

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Ferry operators on the Guernsey–St Malo route

Compare the operators and departures offered for your dates. The sailing result confirms the carrier, vessel and travel options for that journey.

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Brittany Ferries (Condor)

Brittany Ferries (Condor) is listed in FerryEU’s guide to this crossing. Search the Guernsey to St Malo direction to see which departures and ticket types are offered for your date.

Check the vessel, boarding arrangements at Guernsey, baggage allowance and any vehicle or accommodation options in the selected sailing. The return leg can have a different schedule or ship.

  • Cars and foot passengers on eligible sailings
  • Dated timetable can vary with tides
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Departure and arrival ports

Departing Guernsey and arriving in St Malo

Guernsey ferry port at St Peter Port
Departure · Channel Islands

Guernsey Ferry Port

The ferry terminal at St Peter Port is close to Guernsey’s capital and main visitor services. From here, buses, taxis and permitted vehicles provide easy access around the island.

Go to the ferry terminal in St Peter Port with your booking to St Malo. Travellers connecting from another island should allow time to arrive, move between services and meet the French sailing’s check-in deadline.

  • Easy access to the harbourfront
  • Check local road rules for larger vehicles

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St Malo walled old town, harbour and beaches on the Brittany coast of France
Arrival · France

St Malo Ferry Port

St Malo is one of Brittany’s most atmospheric coastal cities, combining a fortified old town, sweeping beaches and a passenger-ferry terminal only minutes from the historic centre.

After landing in St Malo, allow for passenger controls and the transfer to the station before choosing a train. If driving, agree the first road stop from the port using French time.

  • French port for Channel Islands ferries
  • Road access from Brittany and Rennes

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On board

Your Guernsey–St Malo crossing

Use the facilities listed for the ship on your departure. Vessel assignments and onboard services can change.

Food & drink

Cafés and hot-food choices are available on the assigned Condor vessel. The range is broader on the conventional ship and more streamlined on the high-speed ferry.

Duty-free shopping

Condor promotes onboard shopping on its Channel Islands services. Product range and opening times depend on the ship and sailing.

Seating, lounges & cabins

High-speed services focus on comfortable seating, while the longer conventional crossing can include cabins and upgraded lounge options.

Families, Wi-Fi & accessibility

Family facilities, connectivity and accessibility arrangements differ by vessel. Request assistance in advance and check the ship shown for your sailing.

Before departure

Prepare for check-in at Guernsey

The Guernsey to St Malo journey crosses between Channel Islands and France. Check the current entry and travel-document requirements for your nationality and itinerary, together with the operator’s boarding instructions.

Your departure terminal

Use the terminal named on the Guernsey booking confirmation. Plan the approach, parking or drop-off before departure; the town centre or railway station may be some distance from check-in.

Passenger and vehicle details

Check names and travel details before you arrive. If taking a vehicle, enter its full dimensions and include trailers, roof loads or rear-mounted equipment where required.

Travel documents

Use current official guidance for documents, entry permissions and any vehicle or pet requirements that apply to your journey. Requirements depend on your circumstances and can change.

St Malo walled old town, harbour and beaches on the Brittany coast of France
After arriving

Continue your journey from St Malo

St Malo is easy to explore on foot, while rail and bus links support onward travel through Brittany and northern France.

The walled city, ramparts, harbour and nearby beaches are best explored without a car, although cobbled streets and steps can slow progress.

A car is useful for Cancale, Dinard, Mont-Saint-Michel and smaller coastal villages; allow extra time returning to the ferry terminal during busy summer periods.

For an onward connection from St Malo, include time to leave the ship and terminal. Check local transport for the actual arrival day, especially if the ferry arrives early in the morning or late at night. A nearby hotel or a later connection may give more flexibility if the crossing is delayed.

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Other ferry options

Compare routes for your Guernsey to St Malo journey

Search nearby dates and compare the complete journey when considering another crossing. Different ports can change your transfer time, onward drive or overnight plans.

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Common planning questions

Guernsey to St Malo ferry FAQs

Will my French arrival clock show only two hours after departure?

Usually it will show an extra hour on a two-hour direct crossing because France is one hour ahead of Guernsey. Use the listed local arrival on the confirmed sailing.

Does a trip with a Jersey call take the same time as the direct boat?

Check the itinerary and final arrival. The direct passage gives the shortest comparison. An intermediate stop adds time even when both options finish in St Malo.

How long is the ferry from Guernsey to St Malo?

A direct Voyager sailing takes about two hours. France is an hour ahead, so the local St Malo arrival on a two-hour journey can read three hours later than the Guernsey departure.

Which ferry operators should I compare for Guernsey to St Malo?

Use the Brittany Ferries or Condor Channel Islands timetable for the specific date. Check whether the departure is direct and which vessel is shown before comparing it with a longer itinerary.

Where do I check in for the ferry from Guernsey?

Check in at the St Peter Port ferry terminal for the French departure. Use island time when deciding when to arrive, even if your meeting or onward reservation in St Malo is in French time.

Can I travel with a vehicle or as a foot passenger?

Vehicles and foot passengers can travel on the relevant passenger sailings. Add the car to your search when you need it. The boarding deadline for a car can differ from that for a walker.

How can I find the best Guernsey to St Malo ferry fare?

Compare the dates and departure times that work for your trip. Check the total for passengers, any vehicle and accommodation, then compare ticket flexibility and the onward journey from St Malo. Prices depend on the sailing and available capacity.

How do I continue my journey after arriving in St Malo?

St Malo is easy to explore on foot, while rail and bus links support onward travel through Brittany and northern France. Allow time to disembark and reach your onward transport before a timed connection.

Can I book the return ferry from St Malo to Guernsey?

Use the return-trip option in the search and check both directions and dates before booking. The St Malo to Guernsey guide covers the opposite departure port. Availability and sailing times can differ between the two legs.

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