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Ferries to Ireland
Compare 63 ferry routes to Ireland across 11 operators, from £9.69 one way.
- 63 routes
- 13 ports
- 11 operators
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Ireland ferry timetable and prices
Every published route serving Ireland, with real crossing times, weekly frequency and starting fares.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holyhead – Dublin | Irish Ferries and Stena Line | 3h 15m | 37 | £30.49 | £336.00 | Yes |
| Fishguard – Rosslare | Stena Line | 3h 30m | 13 | £37.40 | £358.00 | Yes |
| Pembroke – Rosslare | Irish Ferries | 4h | 12 | £42.00 | £357.00 | Yes |
| Liverpool – Dublin | NorthLink Ferries | 8h | 62 | £67.87 | £332.19 | Yes |
| Dublin – Holyhead | Irish Ferries and Stena Line | 3h 15m | 37 | £30.49 | £296.00 | Yes |
| Rosslare – Fishguard | Stena Line | 3h 30m | 13 | £37.27 | £333.97 | Yes |
| Rosslare – Pembroke | Irish Ferries | 4h | 12 | £42.00 | £357.00 | Yes |
| Dublin – Liverpool | CalMac Ferries | 8h | 55 | £61.29 | £283.19 | Yes |
| Fishguard – Dublin | Wightlink | 7h 25m | 42 | £48.17 | £196.23 | Yes |
| Pembroke – Dublin | Wightlink | 7h 30m | 42 | £48.37 | £197.45 | 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 |
| Holyhead – Dun Laoghaire | NorthLink Ferries | 10h | 58 | £63.73 | £300.93 | Yes |
| Dublin – Douglas | NorthLink Ferries | 10h | 57 | £63.35 | £298.14 | Yes |
| Gijon – Poole | CalMac Ferries | 9h 15m | 53 | £59.17 | £268.16 | Yes |
| Rosslare – Cherbourg | Brittany Ferries | 7h | 4 | £41.50 | £513.35 | Yes |
| Douglas – Liverpool | Wightlink | 7h 20m | 41 | £47.33 | £191.15 | Yes |
| Belfast – Douglas | Condor Ferries | 6h 45m | 38 | £43.89 | £170.97 | Yes |
| Poole – Gijon | Condor Ferries | 6h | 34 | £39.64 | £147.39 | Yes |
| Cherbourg – Dublin | Irish Ferries | 1h 40m | 6 | £90.63 | £702.96 | Yes |
| Douglas – Dublin | Brittany Ferries | 5h 45m | 32 | £37.95 | £138.43 | Yes |
| Rosslare – Bilbao | Brittany Ferries | 8h 40m | 2 | £52.76 | £488.10 | Yes |
| Dublin – Liverpool Birkenhead | Irish Ferries | 4h 25m | 24 | £29.95 | £99.28 | Yes |
| Liverpool – Douglas | Irish Ferries | 4h 15m | 23 | £28.91 | £94.57 | Foot only |
Sailing information for ferries to Ireland
There are 63 ferry routes to and from Ireland, connecting 13 ports and operated by Irish Ferries, Stena Line, NorthLink Ferries, CalMac Ferries, Wightlink and Brittany Ferries. Fares start from £9.69 on the Inisheer to Galway City Centre crossing.
The quickest way to reach Ireland by sea is Inisheer to Galway City Centre, which takes just 1h. Longer overnight crossings usually work out cheaper per mile and save you a night's accommodation.
Compare every operator sailing to Ireland in one search. We show the full price including your vehicle, so what you see is what you pay.
How long is the ferry to Ireland?
Crossing times vary widely by route. The quickest is Inisheer to Galway City Centre at around 1h. Longer overnight sailings take considerably more time but include a cabin, which often works out cheaper than a crossing plus a hotel.
Ireland ferry operators
Irish Ferries, Stena Line, NorthLink Ferries, CalMac Ferries, Wightlink, Brittany Ferries, Condor Ferries and DFDS Seaways and 3 others serve Ireland. Each sets its own fares and timetable, so comparing them side by side is the single most reliable way to cut the cost of the crossing.
- Irish Ferries
- Stena Line
- NorthLink Ferries
- CalMac Ferries
- Wightlink
- Brittany Ferries
- Condor Ferries
- DFDS Seaways
- Red Funnel
- P&O Ferries
Ireland ferry ports
There are 13 ferry ports in Ireland. The busiest are listed below, each with a full guide to check-in, parking and onward travel.
- Ferry to Rosslare, 16 routes
- Ferry to Dublin, 14 routes
- Ferry to Douglas, 12 routes
- Ferry to Rossaveel, 6 routes
- Ferry to Galway City Centre, 6 routes
- Ferry to Inishmore, 5 routes
- Ferry to Cork, 4 routes
- Ferry to Inishmaan, 4 routes
- Ferry to Inisheer, 4 routes
- Ferry to Saint Nazaire, 4 routes
- Ferry to Gijon, 4 routes
- Ferry to Dun Laoghaire, 2 routes
Can you take a car on the ferry to Ireland?
Yes. 44 of the 63 routes serving Ireland carry vehicles. Tick “taking a vehicle” when you search and every fare shown will already include your car, so the comparison is like for like.
When is the cheapest time to sail to Ireland?
Fares track demand rather than a fixed price list. Midweek departures and the first sailing of the day are consistently cheaper, while July and August weekends carry the largest premium. Booking six or more weeks ahead typically saves 30–50% against the same sailing booked in the final week.
Ferries to Ireland: common questions
How many ferry routes are there to Ireland?
There are 63 ferry routes serving Ireland across 11 operators.
What is the fastest ferry to Ireland?
The fastest crossing is Inisheer to Galway City Centre at around 1h.
What is the cheapest ferry to Ireland?
The lowest fares are usually on Inisheer to Galway City Centre, from £9.69 one way. Booking early and travelling midweek keeps prices down.
Which is the busiest route to Ireland?
Liverpool to Dublin is the most frequent, with about 62 sailings a week, roughly 9 times a day.
Can I take my car on a ferry to Ireland?
Yes. 44 of the 63 routes to Ireland carry vehicles. Add your car at the search stage and the prices shown will include it.
Do I need a passport to travel to Ireland by ferry?
For international crossings, yes. Every passenger needs a valid passport, and you should check visa and biometric border requirements before travelling. Domestic routes normally require photo ID only.
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