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The regular year-round service: 45 min to 1 hr for the 17 km crossing. Arrive 45 min before departure; free parking near the Granville ferry terminal.
The bisquine La Granvillaise (1 April – 15 October) and other traditional ships such as the Marité or the Charles-Marie offer trips to the archipelago.
The widest choice of flights in the region. Continue to Granville by car or train, then board at the ferry terminal.
The closest Normandy airport to Granville, handy if you are coming from the north of the Manche or from Calvados.
Allow about 3 hrs 15, usually with one change. Granville station is around a 20-minute walk from the ferry terminal.
How long does it take to get to the Chausey Islands?
Chausey has no airport or roads: you travel to Granville in Normandy, then take a boat from the ferry terminal to Grande Île, 17 km offshore. From the UK, the simplest options are a Brittany Ferries crossing to Saint-Malo, Cherbourg or Caen, or a flight to Rennes, followed by a drive to Granville. France is 1 hour ahead of the UK.
| Leg | Airlines | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth → Saint-Malo, Cherbourg or Caen (ferry), then road | Brittany Ferries | Varies by route |
| Rennes or Caen → Granville | Car | ≈ 1 h 15 |
| Granville → Grande Île de Chausey | Vedettes Jolie France, all year | ≈ 50 min to 1 h |
| Jersey → Granville (ferry, in season) | Manche Îles Express | ≈ 1 h 20 |
By fast boat or traditional sailing ship
Vedettes Jolie France runs the regular service all year, with more sailings in summer; arrive 45 minutes before departure. From April to October, you can also sail on the bisquine La Granvillaise or other traditional boats. From Jersey, Manche Îles Express sails to Granville in season.
Entry formalities and arrival
UK travellers need a valid passport; under the EU Entry/Exit System, your details are recorded on arrival. There are no cars or cash machines on Chausey: bring cash, water and good shoes. Accommodation is very limited, so most visitors come for the day. See also our pages on car rental and where to stay on the Chausey Islands.
When to go and what it costs
From April to September there are more sailings and better weather; spring tides are spectacular, but check tide times before walking on the foreshore. The crossing costs a few tens of euros return; book in summer and on spring weekends.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to the Chausey Islands?
By boat from Granville ferry terminal, in 50 minutes to 1 hour, with Vedettes Jolie France, all year round.
What is the easiest route from the UK?
A ferry to Saint-Malo, Cherbourg or Caen, or a flight to Rennes, then a drive to Granville.
Can I stay overnight on Chausey?
Yes, but accommodation is very limited, so book well ahead. Most visitors come for the day.
When is the best time to visit Chausey?
April to September, when there are more sailings. Always check tide times.