{"id":14003,"date":"2026-02-15T14:14:15","date_gmt":"2026-02-15T14:14:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/dk\/14003\/"},"modified":"2026-02-15T14:14:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-15T14:14:15","slug":"prime-st-malo-day-trip-timings-confirmed-by-dfds-for-next-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/dk\/14003\/","title":{"rendered":"“Prime” St Malo day trip timings confirmed by DFDS for next year"},"content":{"rendered":"

DFDS\u2019s discussions with St Malo authorities have resulted in the ferry operator securing a \u201csought-after\u201d early-morning departure slot from the French port that will mean better day trip timings for islanders next year.<\/p>\n

The change will enable a 9.30am departure from Jersey with a 6pm return.<\/p>\n

The announcement comes just a few days after DFDS Jersey route director Chris Parker signalled his hopes for an improved timetable during a hearing with the the Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel<\/a>, which raised public criticism around this year\u2019s timings for day trips to France.<\/p>\n

Work on a\u00a0major project to modernise St Malo\u2019s ageing ferry terminal\u00a0and improve the harbour area<\/a> has also temporarily meant that only one berth is available.<\/p>\n

\"\"Pictured: DFDS route director for Jersey, Chris Parker<\/p>\n

But DFDS has announced that, following the conclusion of discussions with St Malo authorities, it has secured the \u201cmuch sought-after\u201d 7.45am (6.45am GMT) departure slot from the French port.<\/p>\n

The agreement \u2013 which has seen the majority of the Danish shipping firm\u2019s preferred sailing times approved \u2013 has been described by Mr Parker as \u201ca great result for DFDS, our customers and our partners on both sides of the Channel\u201d.<\/p>\n

He added: \u201cWe look forward to working with our partners to make the most of the opportunity and to deliver a high-quality experience for our passengers.\u201d<\/p>\n

Visit Jersey chief executive Tricia Warwick has also welcomed the news, which she described as \u201can excellent outcome for Jersey\u2019s connectivity with our neighbours in France\u201d.<\/p>\n

She added that it would also make the island \u201cmore appealing for day trip and short break visitors\u201d.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe new timetable also supports our efforts to grow inbound tourism from Brittany and beyond, which is a key priority for 2026,\u201d Ms Warwick continued.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe look forward to working with DFDS and Ports of Jersey to promote the route and to keep Jersey accessible and attractive for French visitors.\u201d<\/p>\n

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