NorthLink Ferries · 10h 10m
Galway City Docks to Inishmore Ferry
Compare every Galway City Docks to Inishmore sailing. From £64.42 one way, 8 times a day, crossing in about 10h 10m.
- 10h 10m crossing
- 58 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Galway City Docks to Inishmore sailings on Saturday 31 October
8 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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Only 11 spaces left at this price on the 09:35 sailing.
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⚡ Fastest
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★ Cheapest
About the Galway City Docks to Inishmore ferry
NorthLink Ferries operates the Galway City Docks – Inishmore crossing 8 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 10h 10m, with one-way tickets from £64.42. 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.
Galway City Docks to Inishmore ferry timetable
There are around 58 sailings a week on this route, 8 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Galway City Docks and Inishmore are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galway City Docks – Inishmore | NorthLink Ferries | 10h 10m | 58 | £64.42 | £306.04 | Yes |
| Rossaveel – Inishmore | Irish Ferries | 4h 15m | 23 | £29.01 | £95.02 | Yes |
| Galway City Centre – Inishmore | Stena Line | 3h 20m | 18 | £23.62 | £72.06 | Foot only |
How much is the ferry from Galway City Docks to Inishmore?
One-way fares start at £64.42. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £306.04. 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 Galway City Docks – Inishmore 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 Galway City Docks to Inishmore 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 Galway City Docks
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 Docks port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Inishmore guide for the other end.
Galway City Docks to Inishmore ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Galway City Docks to Inishmore?
The Galway City Docks to Inishmore ferry takes approximately 10h 10m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Galway City Docks to Inishmore?
One-way fares start from £64.42. The average booking on this route comes to around £306.04 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Galway City Docks to Inishmore?
NorthLink Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Galway City Docks to Inishmore ferry run?
There are around 58 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 Galway City Docks to Inishmore 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 Galway City Docks to Inishmore?
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 Docks to Inishmore 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.
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