Approaching Rosslare on the ferry from Cherbourg

Brittany Ferries · 6h 55m

Cherbourg to Rosslare Ferry

Compare every Cherbourg to Rosslare sailing. From £41.50 one way, 4 times a week, crossing in about 6h 55m.

  • 6h 55m crossing
  • 4 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Cherbourg to Rosslare sailings on Saturday 31 October

1 departure found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Voyager of the Isles
04:45Cherbourg
7h 27m
★ Cheapest
12:12Rosslare
£51.67
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About the Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry

Sailing from Cherbourg to Rosslare takes around 6h 55m. Brittany Ferries runs the route 4 times a week, and fares start from £41.50. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry timetable

There are around 4 sailings a week on this route, 4 times a week. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Cherbourg and Rosslare are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Cherbourg – Rosslare Brittany Ferries6h 55m4 £41.50£513.35 Yes
Cherbourg – Poole Brittany Ferries4h 30m7 £24.00£297.00 Yes
Cherbourg – Dublin Irish Ferries1h 40m6 £90.63£702.96 Yes
Cherbourg – Jersey Trasmediterranea8h 40m49 £55.31£241.78 Yes
Cherbourg – Portsmouth Balearia7h 30m43 £48.62£198.98 Yes
Cherbourg – Guernsey DFDS Seaways1h 55m9 £15.08£40.64 Foot only
Fishguard – Rosslare Stena Line3h 30m13 £37.40£358.00 Yes
Pembroke – Rosslare Irish Ferries4h12 £42.00£357.00 Yes
Saint Nazaire – Rosslare Irish Ferries4h22 £27.72£89.30 Foot only
Bilbao – Rosslare Brittany Ferries10h 15m2 £52.76£488.10 Yes

How much is the ferry from Cherbourg to Rosslare?

One-way fares start at £41.50. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £513.35. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

Brittany Ferries operates the Cherbourg – Rosslare crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Cherbourg

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Cherbourg port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Rosslare guide for the other end.

Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Cherbourg to Rosslare?

The Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry takes approximately 6h 55m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Cherbourg to Rosslare?

One-way fares start from £41.50. The average booking on this route comes to around £513.35 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Cherbourg to Rosslare?

Brittany Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry run?

There are around 4 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 4 times a week. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Cherbourg to Rosslare?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.