NorthLink Ferries · 8h
Liverpool to Dublin Ferry
Compare every Liverpool to Dublin sailing. From £67.87 one way, 9 times a day, crossing in about 8h.
- 8h crossing
- 62 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Liverpool to Dublin sailings on Saturday 31 October
9 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
⚡ Fastest
Only 6 spaces left at this price on the 07:05 sailing.
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Only 5 spaces left at this price on the 12:20 sailing.
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★ Cheapest
About the Liverpool to Dublin ferry
NorthLink Ferries operates the Liverpool – Dublin crossing 9 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 8h, with one-way tickets from £67.87. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £67.87 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.
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.
Liverpool to Dublin ferry timetable
There are around 62 sailings a week on this route, 9 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Liverpool and Dublin are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool – Dublin | NorthLink Ferries | 8h | 62 | £67.87 | £332.19 | Yes |
| Liverpool – Douglas | Irish Ferries | 4h 15m | 23 | £28.91 | £94.57 | Foot only |
| Holyhead – Dublin | Irish Ferries and Stena Line | 3h 15m | 37 | £30.49 | £336.00 | 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 Liverpool to Dublin?
One-way fares start at £67.87. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £332.19. 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 Liverpool – Dublin 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool
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 port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Dublin guide for the other end.
Liverpool to Dublin ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Liverpool to Dublin?
The Liverpool to Dublin ferry takes approximately 8h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Liverpool to Dublin?
One-way fares start from £67.87. The average booking on this route comes to around £332.19 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Liverpool to Dublin?
NorthLink Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Liverpool to Dublin ferry run?
There are around 62 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 9 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Liverpool 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 Liverpool 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 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 to Douglas
from £28.91
Holyhead to Dublin
from £30.49
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
Dover to Calais
from £22.93
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