Everything you need to know about Roscoff ferry port — the arrival point for the Plymouth to Roscoff crossing. This guide covers getting there by car, taxi, bus and bicycle, all terminal facilities, parking (which is free), check-in times, EV charging, local taxi numbers, and what to expect when you arrive in Brittany.
Last updated: April 2026 | All information verified from official Brittany Ferries Roscoff port sources
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Gare Maritime, Port de Bloscon — your gateway to Brittany and western France
Roscoff ferry port sits at the tip of the Finistère peninsula in western Brittany. It is well connected by road to the rest of France and to Morlaix — the nearest town with a train station, about 24km away. Remember that Roscoff is one hour ahead of Plymouth year-round when planning your onward journey.
The port at Port de Bloscon is well signposted from all directions once you reach the Roscoff area. Key routes from the port:
To Brest & Quimper (south): Take the D69
To Morlaix then Rennes & Paris: N58 to Morlaix → N12 east
To Perros-Guirec & north coast: Take the D786
From Paris by road: E50/A11 to Le Mans → N12 west to Morlaix → N58 to Roscoff
Sat nav postcode: 29680 · GPS: 48.721784, -3.967001
Taxis are generally available at the terminal when the ship arrives. If none are present, Brittany Ferries staff at the information desk can book one for you. The fare to Roscoff town centre is approximately €8. We recommend booking in advance, especially on weekends.
Taxi Chapalain Emmanuelle
Roscoff · 0033 (0)618 352 236
Gui Home
Roscoff · 0033 (0)640 700 128
AB Taxis
Roscoff · 0033 (0)607 679 090
Taxi Le Pors
Saint-Pol-de-Léon · 0033 (0)298 670 000
Taxi Estelle
Saint-Pol-de-Léon · 0033 (0)670 815 491
⚠️ Note: There is no bus service between the ferry terminal and Roscoff town centre.
Regular service between Roscoff and Morlaix taking approximately 35 minutes. From Morlaix you can connect to TGV services to the rest of France including Paris (approx. 4 hours by TGV). Timetables and fares at breizhgo.bzh.
During summer, a free shuttle service called the Rosko Bus runs every 15 minutes between the ferry terminal and Roscoff town centre. No booking required — simply board at the terminal.
⚠️ Important: Roscoff does not have its own train station, the station closed a number of years ago. The nearest station is Morlaix, approximately 24km from the port.
From the ferry terminal, take the Ligne 29 bus to Morlaix (approx. 35 minutes). From Morlaix station you can board TGV services to Rennes, Paris and the rest of France — Paris takes approximately 4 hours by TGV. For train and bus timetables visit breizhgo.bzh and sncf-connect.com.
Electric bicycles can be hired at the marina, 300 metres from the terminal. The marina also has a bar, brasseries, grocery and mooring facilities — a good first stop after disembarking.
Roscoff town centre is approximately 15 minutes’ walk from the ferry terminal. Follow the lighthouse — it is the main landmark pointing you into town from the port. There is a park on the way into the centre.
All parking at Roscoff ferry port is free of charge. This is one of the most passenger-friendly aspects of the port. However, all vehicles are left entirely at the owner’s own risk — there is no managed or secured parking facility.
Large open car park directly in front of the passenger terminal. Free for up to 48 hours. 24-hour access to toilet facilities in this area. For stays longer than 48 hours, request a permit card from the Brittany Ferries counter inside the terminal — this allows up to one week.
For longer stays, free long-term parking is available at the entrance of Port du Bloscon, above the marina. All parking is free of charge but at owner’s risk.
A small free overnight parking area for motorhomes and caravans is located near the vehicle check-in lanes. Additional free overnight parking at Sainte Barbe (1km from port) and Perharidy (2km from port). Note: toilet facilities are closed overnight in all areas.
There are two EV charge points located close to the passenger terminal, operated by CCI Morlaix (tel: 0033 298 79 79 49). The cost is €2 per charge, however you will need to obtain a refill-card before use — plan ahead if you need to charge on arrival. For a wider map of charging points across France visit openchargemap.org.
Roscoff ferry terminal is a compact, well-run terminal with all essential facilities. All facilities are on the ground floor. The terminal building is wheelchair accessible throughout.
Le Transmanche café is open 7 days a week. Full menu available at lunchtime during the week; snacks at weekends, afternoons and evenings. If you are waiting in the car park after check-in, you can still pop in for snacks. Hot and cold drinks vending machines also available.
Token-operated showers available in the terminal. Tokens cost €1.50 for 6 minutes and are purchased from the information desk. Showers are only accessible during terminal opening hours — not available overnight.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal building.
Tourist information available in the terminal. Note that the terminal desk operates primarily during July and August. Outside these months, there is also a tourist information office at the old port of Roscoff, near the lighthouse.
A shuttle bus connects the terminal building to the ship for foot passengers. The bus has a ramp for easy pedestrian access and is fully wheelchair accessible. Free for all foot passengers.
Muzzled dogs on a lead are allowed in all areas of the port. Once past check-in, your pet must stay in the vehicle. There is a park on the route into Roscoff town centre — ideal for a walk before or after check-in.
45 min
All standard passengers
(vehicles & foot passengers)
90 min
Travelling with a pet
Remember: Roscoff is one hour ahead of Plymouth. Factor this in when planning connections after arrival.
For full details on pet travel requirements between the UK and France see our pet travel guide →
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Gare Maritime
Port de Bloscon
Roscoff
29680
Brittany, France
Tel: +33 (0) 298 29 2813
Sat nav postcode: 29680
GPS: 48.721784, -3.967001
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