Ferry crossing between Galway City Centre and Inishmaan

Stena Line · 3h 10m

Galway City Centre to Inishmaan Ferry

Compare every Galway City Centre to Inishmaan sailing. From £22.56 one way, daily, crossing in about 3h 10m.

  • 3h 10m crossing
  • 17 sailings a week
  • Foot passengers

Galway City Centre to Inishmaan sailings on Saturday 31 October

2 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Explorer of Aquitaine
05:00Galway City Centre
3h 25m
★ Cheapest
08:25Inishmaan
£29.11
total · free changes
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Explorer of Aquitaine
20:00Galway City Centre
3h 18m
⚡ Fastest
23:18Inishmaan
£30.95
total · free changes
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About the Galway City Centre to Inishmaan ferry

The Galway City Centre to Inishmaan ferry is operated by Stena Line, sailing daily with a typical crossing time of 3h 10m. Fares move with demand, so midweek and early-morning departures are consistently the cheapest way to cross.

This is a foot-passenger service, so you will need to travel without a vehicle. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Galway City Centre to Inishmaan ferry timetable

There are around 17 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Galway City Centre and Inishmaan are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Galway City Centre – Inishmaan Stena Line3h 10m17 £22.56£67.83 Foot only
Galway City Centre – Inishmore Stena Line3h 20m18 £23.62£72.06 Foot only
Galway City Centre – Inisheer Stena Line2h 55m15 £21.22£62.62 Foot only
Rossaveel – Inishmaan Irish Ferries4h 25m24 £30.06£99.78 Yes

How much is the ferry from Galway City Centre to Inishmaan?

One-way fares start at £22.56. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £67.83. 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?

Stena Line operates the Galway City Centre – Inishmaan crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

This service carries foot passengers only. If you need to bring a car, check the alternative crossings listed below for a vehicle-carrying route between the same regions.

Getting to Galway City Centre

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 Galway City Centre port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Inishmaan guide for the other end.

Galway City Centre to Inishmaan ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Galway City Centre to Inishmaan?

The Galway City Centre to Inishmaan ferry takes approximately 3h 10m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Galway City Centre to Inishmaan?

One-way fares start from £22.56. The average booking on this route comes to around £67.83 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Galway City Centre to Inishmaan?

Stena Line operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Galway City Centre to Inishmaan ferry run?

There are around 17 sailings a week on this route, which works out at daily. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Galway City Centre to Inishmaan ferry?

No, this route carries foot passengers only. If you need to bring a vehicle, search nearby ports for a car-carrying alternative.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Galway City Centre to Inishmaan?

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 Galway City Centre to Inishmaan 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.