Irish Ferries and Stena Line · 3h 15m
Holyhead to Dublin Ferry
Compare every Holyhead to Dublin sailing. From £30.49 one way, 5 times a day, crossing in about 3h 15m.
- 3h 15m crossing
- 37 sailings a week
- Cars carried
- Verified timetable
Holyhead to Dublin sailings on Saturday 31 October
2 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
About the Holyhead to Dublin ferry
Irish Ferries and Stena Line operate the Holyhead – Dublin crossing 5 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 3h 15m, with one-way tickets from £30.49. 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.
Holyhead to Dublin ferry timetable
There are around 37 sailings a week on this route, 5 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Holyhead and Dublin are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holyhead – Dublin | Irish Ferries and Stena Line | 3h 15m | 37 | £30.49 | £336.00 | Yes |
| Holyhead – Belfast | CalMac Ferries | 9h 35m | 55 | £61.16 | £282.25 | Yes |
| Holyhead – Dun Laoghaire | NorthLink Ferries | 10h | 58 | £63.73 | £300.93 | Yes |
| Liverpool – Dublin | NorthLink Ferries | 8h | 62 | £67.87 | £332.19 | Yes |
| Fishguard – Dublin | Wightlink | 7h 25m | 42 | £48.17 | £196.23 | Yes |
| Pembroke – Dublin | Wightlink | 7h 30m | 42 | £48.37 | £197.45 | Yes |
| Cherbourg – Dublin | Irish Ferries | 1h 40m | 6 | £90.63 | £702.96 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin?
One-way fares start at £30.49. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £336.00. 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?
Irish Ferries and Stena Line each operate the Holyhead – Dublin crossing. Because more than one company competes here, fares and departure times vary meaningfully between them, so comparing before you book is worth real money on this route.
- Irish Ferries, 25 routes across our network
- Stena Line, 111 routes across our network
Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Holyhead to Dublin 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 Holyhead
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 Holyhead port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Dublin guide for the other end.
Holyhead to Dublin ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin?
The Holyhead to Dublin ferry takes approximately 3h 15m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin?
One-way fares start from £30.49. The average booking on this route comes to around £336.00 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Holyhead to Dublin?
Irish Ferries and Stena Line operate this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Holyhead to Dublin ferry run?
There are around 37 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 5 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Holyhead to Dublin 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 Holyhead to Dublin?
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 Holyhead to Dublin 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.
Holyhead to Belfast
from £61.16
Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire
from £63.73
Liverpool to Dublin
from £67.87
Fishguard to Dublin
from £48.17
Pembroke to Dublin
from £48.37
Cherbourg to Dublin
from £90.63
Douglas to Dublin
from £37.95
Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin
from £21.88