UK & Ireland
Ferries to Wales
Compare 14 ferry routes to Wales across 8 operators, from £12.08 one way.
- 14 routes
- 4 ports
- 8 operators
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Wales ferry timetable and prices
Every published route serving Wales, 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 |
| 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 |
| Holyhead – Belfast | CalMac Ferries | 9h 35m | 55 | £61.16 | £282.25 | 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 |
| Holyhead – Dun Laoghaire | NorthLink Ferries | 10h | 58 | £63.73 | £300.93 | Yes |
| Belfast – Holyhead | DFDS Seaways | 2h 5m | 10 | £16.13 | £44.18 | Foot only |
| Dun Laoghaire – Holyhead | P&O Ferries | 1h 25m | 6 | £12.08 | £31.05 | Foot only |
Sailing information for ferries to Wales
There are 14 ferry routes to and from Wales, connecting 4 ports and operated by Irish Ferries, Stena Line, CalMac Ferries, Wightlink, Brittany Ferries and NorthLink Ferries. Fares start from £12.08 on the Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead crossing.
The quickest way to reach Wales by sea is Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead, which takes just 1h 25m. Longer overnight crossings usually work out cheaper per mile and save you a night's accommodation.
Compare every operator sailing to Wales 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 Wales?
Crossing times vary widely by route. The quickest is Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead at around 1h 25m. Longer overnight sailings take considerably more time but include a cabin, which often works out cheaper than a crossing plus a hotel.
Wales ferry operators
Irish Ferries, Stena Line, CalMac Ferries, Wightlink, Brittany Ferries, NorthLink Ferries, DFDS Seaways and P&O Ferries serve Wales. 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
- CalMac Ferries
- Wightlink
- Brittany Ferries
- NorthLink Ferries
- DFDS Seaways
- P&O Ferries
Wales ferry ports
There are 4 ferry ports in Wales. The busiest are listed below, each with a full guide to check-in, parking and onward travel.
- Ferry to Holyhead, 6 routes
- Ferry to Fishguard, 4 routes
- Ferry to Pembroke, 4 routes
Can you take a car on the ferry to Wales?
Yes. 11 of the 14 routes serving Wales 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 Wales?
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 Wales: common questions
How many ferry routes are there to Wales?
There are 14 ferry routes serving Wales across 8 operators.
What is the fastest ferry to Wales?
The fastest crossing is Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead at around 1h 25m.
What is the cheapest ferry to Wales?
The lowest fares are usually on Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead, from £12.08 one way. Booking early and travelling midweek keeps prices down.
Which is the busiest route to Wales?
Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire is the most frequent, with about 58 sailings a week, roughly 8 times a day.
Can I take my car on a ferry to Wales?
Yes. 11 of the 14 routes to Wales carry vehicles. Add your car at the search stage and the prices shown will include it.
Do I need a passport to travel to Wales 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.