Ferry crossing between Pembroke and Rosslare

Irish Ferries · 4h

Pembroke to Rosslare Ferry

Compare every Pembroke to Rosslare sailing. From £42.00 one way, daily, crossing in about 4h.

  • 4h crossing
  • 12 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Pembroke to Rosslare sailings on Saturday 31 October

2 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Empress of Normandie
06:10Pembroke
3h 58m
★ Cheapest
10:08Rosslare
£55.59
total
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Empress of Normandie
21:10Pembroke
3h 49m
⚡ Fastest
00:59Rosslare (+1)
£61.15
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Only 4 spaces left at this price on the 21:10 sailing.

About the Pembroke to Rosslare ferry

Sailing from Pembroke to Rosslare takes around 4h. Irish Ferries runs the route daily, and fares start from £42.00. 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.

Pembroke to Rosslare ferry timetable

There are around 12 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Pembroke and Rosslare are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Pembroke – Rosslare Irish Ferries4h12 £42.00£357.00 Yes
Pembroke – Dublin Wightlink7h 30m42 £48.37£197.45 Yes
Fishguard – Rosslare Stena Line3h 30m13 £37.40£358.00 Yes
Cherbourg – Rosslare Brittany Ferries6h 55m4 £41.50£513.35 Yes
Saint Nazaire – Rosslare Irish Ferries4h22 £27.72£89.30 Foot only
Bilbao – Rosslare Brittany Ferries10h 15m2 £52.76£488.10 Yes

How much is the ferry from Pembroke to Rosslare?

One-way fares start at £42.00. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £357.00. 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 operates the Pembroke – Rosslare crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Pembroke to Rosslare 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 Pembroke

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 Pembroke port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Rosslare guide for the other end.

Pembroke to Rosslare ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Pembroke to Rosslare?

The Pembroke to Rosslare ferry takes approximately 4h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Pembroke to Rosslare?

One-way fares start from £42.00. The average booking on this route comes to around £357.00 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Pembroke to Rosslare?

Irish Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Pembroke to Rosslare ferry run?

There are around 12 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 Pembroke to Rosslare 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 Pembroke to Rosslare?

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 Pembroke to Rosslare 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.