A ferry on the Rossaveel to Inishmore route

Irish Ferries · 4h 15m

Rossaveel to Inishmore Ferry

Compare every Rossaveel to Inishmore sailing. From £29.01 one way, 3 times a day, crossing in about 4h 15m.

  • 4h 15m crossing
  • 23 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Rossaveel to Inishmore sailings on Saturday 31 October

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

Empress of Normandie
04:50Rossaveel
4h 16m
★ Cheapest
09:06Inishmore
£37.84
total · free changes
Select
Empress of Normandie
12:50Rossaveel
4h 34m
Foot passenger
17:24Inishmore
£41.84
total · free changes
Select
Empress of Normandie
20:50Rossaveel
4h 31m
Foot passenger
01:21Inishmore (+1)
£39.62
total
Select

About the Rossaveel to Inishmore ferry

Sailing from Rossaveel to Inishmore takes around 4h 15m. Irish Ferries runs the route 3 times a day, and fares start from £29.01. 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.

Rossaveel to Inishmore ferry timetable

There are around 23 sailings a week on this route, 3 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Rossaveel and Inishmore are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Rossaveel – Inishmore Irish Ferries4h 15m23 £29.01£95.02 Yes
Rossaveel – Inishmaan Irish Ferries4h 25m24 £30.06£99.78 Yes
Rossaveel – Inisheer DFDS Seaways2h 10m10 £16.38£45.03 Foot only
Galway City Docks – Inishmore NorthLink Ferries10h 10m58 £64.42£306.04 Yes
Galway City Centre – Inishmore Stena Line3h 20m18 £23.62£72.06 Foot only

How much is the ferry from Rossaveel to Inishmore?

One-way fares start at £29.01. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £95.02. 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 Rossaveel – Inishmore 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 Rossaveel to Inishmore 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 Rossaveel

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 Rossaveel port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Inishmore guide for the other end.

Rossaveel to Inishmore ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Rossaveel to Inishmore?

The Rossaveel to Inishmore ferry takes approximately 4h 15m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Rossaveel to Inishmore?

One-way fares start from £29.01. The average booking on this route comes to around £95.02 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Rossaveel to Inishmore?

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

How often does the Rossaveel to Inishmore ferry run?

There are around 23 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 3 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Rossaveel to Inishmore 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 Rossaveel to Inishmore?

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 Rossaveel to Inishmore 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.