Brittany Ferries links the UK with France and Spain on long cross-border routes across the Channel and Bay of Biscay. EU maritime passenger rights apply to international Brittany Ferries sailings.
Your rights with Brittany Ferries
- 25% compensation for a 1-hour departure delay; 50% for 2 hours, 75% for 3 hours, 100% for 4+ hours.
- Right to rerouting on the next available sailing or a full refund if your crossing is cancelled.
- Assistance with snacks, meals and accommodation during delays of 90+ minutes.
- Complaints must be submitted to Brittany Ferries within 2 months of the disrupted sailing.
Tips for claiming
- Keep your Brittany Ferries booking reference and boarding confirmation email.
- Portsmouth–Caen and Plymouth–Santander are popular routes for EU compensation claims.
- Long Biscay crossings mean even moderate delays can trigger 50–75% compensation.
Claim with Brittany Ferries