NorthLink Ferries · 10h
Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire Ferry
Compare every Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire sailing. From £63.73 one way, 8 times a day, crossing in about 10h.
- 10h crossing
- 58 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire 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 19:10 sailing.
★ Cheapest
About the Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire ferry
NorthLink Ferries operates the Holyhead – Dun Laoghaire crossing 8 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 10h, with one-way tickets from £63.73. 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 Dun Laoghaire 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 Holyhead and Dun Laoghaire are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holyhead – Dun Laoghaire | NorthLink Ferries | 10h | 58 | £63.73 | £300.93 | Yes |
| 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 |
How much is the ferry from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire?
One-way fares start at £63.73. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £300.93. 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 Holyhead – Dun Laoghaire 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 Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire 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 Dun Laoghaire guide for the other end.
Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire?
The Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire ferry takes approximately 10h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire?
One-way fares start from £63.73. The average booking on this route comes to around £300.93 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire?
NorthLink Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire 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 Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire 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 Dun Laoghaire?
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 Dun Laoghaire 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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