Douglas
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Douglas Dublin Ferry

There are approximately 1 weekly sailings between Douglas to Dublin. This ferry route is operated by Steam Packet. Ferry timetables change seasonally use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Douglas Dublin ferries.

Douglas Dublin Ferry Times

Douglas Dublin ferry sailings typically depart from Douglas at around 06:00. The average sailing time is approximately 2h 51m.

Douglas Dublin Ferry Prices

Douglas Dublin ferry prices typically range between £24* and £347*. The average price is typically £134*. The cheapest Douglas Dublin ferry prices start from £24*. The average price for a foot passenger is £63*. The average price for a car is £359*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers vehicle type route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days last updated 05 July, 2023.

How far is it from Douglas to Dublin?

The distance between Douglas to Dublin is approximately 131.6 miles (211.8km) or 114.4 nautical miles for the mariners!

Can I travel by car on the Douglas Dublin ferry?

Yes, Steam Packet allow cars on board for ferries between Douglas and Dublin. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Douglas and Dublin.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Douglas to Dublin?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Steam Packet between Douglas and Dublin.

Douglas Dublin Ferry Operator Schedules

  • Steam Packet - 1 weekly sailings, 1 daily sailings

Douglas to Dublin Ferry Alternatives

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Douglas - Dublin Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country Ireland
No. of Operators 1
Operators Steam Packet
Average Price £130*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 2h 51m
Fastest Sailing Duration 2h 45m
First Ferry 06:00
Last Ferry 07:00
Distance 114 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Douglas to Dublin?

    The ferry crossing time from Douglas to Dublin is approximately 2h 55m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Douglas to Dublin?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Douglas to Dublin and this is
    • Steam Packet
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Douglas to Dublin?

    Book ferries from Douglas to Dublin through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Douglas to Dublin?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Douglas to Dublin with
    • Steam Packet
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Douglas to Dublin?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Douglas to Dublin with
    • Steam Packet
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Douglas to Dublin?

    No, pets are not permitted onboard the ferries.

Douglas Dublin Ferry reviews

  • "I was very sick"

    Crew very pleasant and helpful. Seats comfortable. Good refreshments. Smooth car parking. However inevitably due to choppy seas there was a lot of sickness. The food that my friends ate looked delicious.

    'Manannan' travelled on Manannan

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  • "good journey"

    Very comfortable crossing, staff helpful and pleasant,I would use this service again if I needed to cross to the Isle of Man again.We did not use the catering service so cannot comment on that.

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  • "EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE "

    Is my first time that I travel in ferry, very happy with the attention, excellent service, thank you very much

    'Manannan' travelled on Manannan

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  • "Heysham-Douglas Crossing"

    A very comfortable crossing to and from the Isle of Man. The outward journey was extremely busy but staff were very helpful in finding seating and and gave great service, cheerful at all times.

    'Manannan' travelled on Manannan

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Douglas Guide

Douglas on the Isle of Man is a town and the island's capital. It is located at the mouth of the River Douglas which forms part of the town's harbour and commercial port. Situated on a bay that is roughly 2 miles long, Douglas is the main commercial hub on the island for business, finance, legal services, transport, shopping, entertainment and shipping.

There are many things to see and do in Douglas including the Tower Refuge which is a small castle like shelter built on Conister Rock in Douglas Bay as a sanctuary for shipwrecked sailors. Visitors also enjoy taking a ride on a horse drawn tram which operates along the promenade from the Sea Terminal to the Manx Electric Railway. There are also steam trains that run for 15 miles from Douglas railway station to Port Erin in the south of the island. Finally, for petrol heads, the Isle of Man TT motorcycle race, which is held annually, starts and ends in Douglas.

Douglas Port is the primary and only ferry port on the Isle of Man, with services connecting the island with the British Isles and the Irish mainland. The ferry terminal is situated on the waterfront, on Central Promenade, right in the heart of the city.


Dublin Guide

Dublin is the capital if Ireland and is located in the province of Leinster on the north east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey. As Ireland's capital city it is a major tourist destination and attracts millions of visitors each year. Popular attractions in the city, whose history dates back to Viking times, is Dublin Castle which was founded in 1204, just after the Norman invasion. Other popular attractions includes the Mansion House, the Anna Livia Monument, the Molly Malone statue. Christ Church Cathedral, St Patrick's Cathedral, The Custom House and Saint Francis Xavier Church on Upper Gardiner Street.

Dublin's port is located on both banks of the River Liffey. On the north bank, the main port lies at the end of East Wall and North Wall, from Alexander Quay. The element of the port on the south side of the river is much smaller and lies at the beginning of the Pigeon House peninsula. Ferry services from the port depart to Holyhead in Wales, Liverpool; in England and Douglas on the Isle of Man.


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