A ferry on the Inisheer to Galway City Centre route

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Inisheer to Galway City Centre Ferry

Compare every Inisheer to Galway City Centre sailing. From £9.69 one way, 4 times a week, crossing in about 1h.

  • 1h crossing
  • 4 sailings a week
  • Foot passengers

Inisheer to Galway City Centre sailings on Saturday 31 October

1 departure found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Wave of Britannia
06:20Inisheer
58m
★ Cheapest
07:18Galway City Centre
£12.35
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About the Inisheer to Galway City Centre ferry

The Inisheer to Galway City Centre ferry is operated by P&O Ferries, sailing 4 times a week with a typical crossing time of 1h. 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.

Inisheer to Galway City Centre ferry timetable

There are around 4 sailings a week on this route, 4 times a week. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Inisheer and Galway City Centre are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Inisheer – Galway City Centre P&O Ferries1h4 £9.69£23.94 Foot only
Inisheer – Rossaveel DFDS Seaways1h 45m8 £14.13£37.52 Foot only
Inishmaan – Galway City Centre NorthLink Ferries10h 5m58 £64.09£303.59 Yes
Inishmore – Galway City Centre P&O Ferries1h 35m7 £12.88£33.53 Foot only

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

One-way fares start at £9.69. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £23.94. 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?

P&O Ferries operates the Inisheer – Galway City Centre 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 Inisheer

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

Inisheer to Galway City Centre ferry: your questions answered

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

The Inisheer to Galway City Centre ferry takes approximately 1h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

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

One-way fares start from £9.69. The average booking on this route comes to around £23.94 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Inisheer to Galway City Centre?

P&O Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

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

There are around 4 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 4 times a week. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

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

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 Inisheer to Galway City Centre 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.