NorthLink Ferries · 10h
Dublin to Douglas Ferry
Compare every Dublin to Douglas sailing. From £63.35 one way, 8 times a day, crossing in about 10h.
- 10h crossing
- 57 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Dublin to Douglas sailings on Saturday 31 October
8 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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⚡ Fastest
Only 14 spaces left at this price on the 11:10 sailing.
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Only 9 spaces left at this price on the 13:10 sailing.
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★ Cheapest
About the Dublin to Douglas ferry
NorthLink Ferries operates the Dublin – Douglas crossing 8 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 10h, with one-way tickets from £63.35. Fares move with demand, so midweek and early-morning departures are consistently the cheapest way to cross.
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.
Dublin to Douglas ferry timetable
There are around 57 sailings a week on this route, 8 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Dublin and Douglas are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin – Douglas | NorthLink Ferries | 10h | 57 | £63.35 | £298.14 | Yes |
| Dublin – Holyhead | Irish Ferries and Stena Line | 3h 15m | 37 | £30.49 | £296.00 | Yes |
| Dublin – Liverpool | CalMac Ferries | 8h | 55 | £61.29 | £283.19 | Yes |
| Dublin – Pembroke | Brittany Ferries | 5h | 27 | £33.41 | £115.55 | Yes |
| Dublin – Fishguard | Irish Ferries | 3h 55m | 21 | £26.88 | £85.65 | Foot only |
| Dublin – Cherbourg | Irish Ferries | 6h 45m | 6 | £90.63 | £702.96 | Yes |
| Belfast – Douglas | Condor Ferries | 6h 45m | 38 | £43.89 | £170.97 | Yes |
| Liverpool – Douglas | Irish Ferries | 4h 15m | 23 | £28.91 | £94.57 | Foot only |
| Larne – Douglas | CalMac Ferries | 9h | 52 | £57.73 | £258.16 | Yes |
| Heysham – Douglas | Red Funnel | 8h 5m | 46 | £52.07 | £220.59 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Dublin to Douglas?
One-way fares start at £63.35. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £298.14. 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?
NorthLink Ferries operates the Dublin – Douglas crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Dublin to Douglas 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 Dublin
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 Dublin port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Douglas guide for the other end.
Dublin to Douglas ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Dublin to Douglas?
The Dublin to Douglas ferry takes approximately 10h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Dublin to Douglas?
One-way fares start from £63.35. The average booking on this route comes to around £298.14 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Dublin to Douglas?
NorthLink Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Dublin to Douglas ferry run?
There are around 57 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 8 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Dublin to Douglas 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 Dublin to Douglas?
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 Dublin to Douglas 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.
Alternative crossings
Other ways to make the same journey, and nearby routes worth comparing.
Dublin to Holyhead
from £30.49
Dublin to Liverpool
from £61.29
Dublin to Pembroke
from £33.41
Dublin to Fishguard
from £26.88
Dublin to Cherbourg
from £90.63
Dublin to Liverpool Birkenhead
from £29.95
Belfast to Douglas
from £43.89
Liverpool to Douglas
from £28.91
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