Side-by-side comparison of Folkestone and Guernsey port facilities and infrastructure — 324 km apart
Based on harbor characteristics, facilities, equipment and services, here is which port stands out for each use case between Folkestone and Guernsey.
🏆 Folkestone
Better-equipped for dry bulk cargo (cranes, harbor size).
Key operational metrics for Folkestone and Guernsey. Higher TEU = more throughput, lower CO₂/TEU = greener operations.
Folkestone is a small coastal breakwater port located in United Kingdom, while Guernsey is a small coastal (breakwater) port located in Gg. The two ports are 324 km apart.
In terms of facilities, Folkestone offers 11 key services, compared to 8 for Guernsey. Folkestone provides shelter rated good, while Guernsey provides shelter rated fair.
As international ports, Folkestone (United Kingdom) and Guernsey (Gg) serve as key nodes in the global shipping network. Shippers routing through this region should evaluate each port based on their specific logistical needs.
Both ports are classified as Small.
Guernsey offers 8 key facilities versus 7 at Folkestone.
Folkestone (United Kingdom) and Guernsey (Gg) act as key nodes on this international trade corridor. Explore each country to find more options.
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🏆 Guernsey
Stronger container terminal infrastructure.
🏆 Folkestone
Wider availability of fuel, diesel and water bunkering.
🏆 Folkestone
Better shelter and navigation safety equipment.
Verdict is generated from publicly available harbor data; actual operational suitability depends on specific cargo, vessel and routing requirements.
Folkestone and Guernsey are approximately 324 km apart by direct line.
No — Folkestone is in United Kingdom while Guernsey is in Gg.
Folkestone provides good shelter while Guernsey provides fair shelter.