Stena Line · 3h 5m
Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin Ferry
Compare every Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin sailing. From £21.88 one way, daily, crossing in about 3h 5m.
- 3h 5m crossing
- 16 sailings a week
- Foot passengers
Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin sailings on Saturday 31 October
2 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
About the Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin ferry
The Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin ferry is operated by Stena Line, sailing daily with a typical crossing time of 3h 5m. 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.
Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin ferry timetable
There are around 16 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Liverpool Birkenhead and Dublin are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Birkenhead – Dublin | Stena Line | 3h 5m | 16 | £21.88 | £65.16 | Foot only |
| Liverpool Birkenhead – Belfast | CalMac Ferries | 9h 20m | 53 | £59.33 | £269.28 | Yes |
| Liverpool Birkenhead – Douglas | Stena Line | 3h 15m | 17 | £22.90 | £69.18 | Foot only |
| Holyhead – Dublin | Irish Ferries and Stena Line | 3h 15m | 37 | £30.49 | £336.00 | 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 |
How much is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin?
One-way fares start at £21.88. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £65.16. 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 Liverpool Birkenhead – Dublin crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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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 Liverpool Birkenhead
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 Liverpool Birkenhead port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Dublin guide for the other end.
Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin?
The Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin ferry takes approximately 3h 5m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin?
One-way fares start from £21.88. The average booking on this route comes to around £65.16 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin?
Stena Line operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin ferry run?
There are around 16 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 Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin 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 Liverpool Birkenhead 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 Liverpool Birkenhead 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.
Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast
from £59.33
Liverpool Birkenhead to Douglas
from £22.90
Holyhead to Dublin
from £30.49
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
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