Ferry crossing between Rosslare and Pembroke

Irish Ferries · 4h

Rosslare to Pembroke Ferry

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

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

Rosslare to Pembroke sailings on Saturday 31 October

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

Empress of Normandie
04:40Rosslare
4h
★ Cheapest
08:40Pembroke
£53.13
total
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Empress of Normandie
20:40Rosslare
4h 14m
Foot passenger
00:54Pembroke (+1)
£57.38
total
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About the Rosslare to Pembroke ferry

Sailing from Rosslare to Pembroke 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.

Rosslare to Pembroke 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 Rosslare and Pembroke are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Rosslare – Pembroke Irish Ferries4h12 £42.00£357.00 Yes
Rosslare – Fishguard Stena Line3h 30m13 £37.27£333.97 Yes
Rosslare – Cherbourg Brittany Ferries7h4 £41.50£513.35 Yes
Rosslare – Bilbao Brittany Ferries8h 40m2 £52.76£488.10 Yes
Rosslare – Saint Nazaire DFDS Seaways2h 5m10 £15.84£43.19 Foot only
Rosslare – Roscoff Wightlink7h 10m41 £46.54£186.44 Yes
Dublin – Pembroke Brittany Ferries5h27 £33.41£115.55 Yes

How much is the ferry from Rosslare to Pembroke?

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 Rosslare – Pembroke 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 Rosslare to Pembroke 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 Rosslare

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

Rosslare to Pembroke ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Rosslare to Pembroke?

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

How much is the ferry from Rosslare to Pembroke?

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 Rosslare to Pembroke?

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

How often does the Rosslare to Pembroke 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 Rosslare to Pembroke 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 Rosslare to Pembroke?

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 Rosslare to Pembroke 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.