Ferries from
France to Ireland
Ferries from
France to Ireland
France to Ireland ferries are operated by 2 ferry companies. These include Irish Ferries & Brittany Ferries. There are currently 3 daily and 11 weekly sailings. The Cherbourg to Dublin ferry crossing is the most popular route with a scheduled sailing duration of 19 hours 45 minutes.
Yes, you can get a ferry from France to Ireland. Ferries to Ireland from France sail approximately 11 times per week and are provided by 2 operators including Irish Ferries & Brittany Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Ireland today.
The duration of the ferry from France to Ireland depends on a number of factors including the ferry company you're travelling with and the weather conditions at the time of sail. The duration of the France Ireland ferry also varies between routes.
France to Ireland ferry times vary between 11 hours 1 minute and 21 hours.
The fastest ferry from France to Ireland is the Roscoff to Cork route. This ferry is provided by Brittany Ferries and takes around 11 hours 1 minute with an average price of £581.49. There are currently 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
France to Ireland ferry times can differ depending on the route you choose and which ferry company you're travelling with. The season you travel in can also affect the times, with more options usually available in the peak summer months. If you're travelling from France to Ireland by boat, it's best to check the latest France to Ireland ferry timetable before you book.
Cherbourg – Dublin first ferry: 16:30
Cherbourg – Dublin last ferry: 20:30
Cherbourg – Rosslare first ferry: 13:00
Cherbourg – Rosslare last ferry: 20:31
There are 2 ferry companies providing this route. France to Ireland ferry operators includeIrish Ferries & Brittany Ferries.
France to Ireland distance: 369 miles (594km) and 321 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, due to the crossing time, you cannot do a day trip from France to Ireland.
There are currently 3 ferry routes operating from France to Ireland;
The most popular ferry is Cherbourg to Dublin with up to 1 daily and 6 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes about 19 hours 45 minutes.
The second most popular route is the Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry with up to 1 daily and 4 weekly sailings. The Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry takes about 18 hours.
France to Ireland ferry prices can vary depending on a number of factors including the route, ferry company, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. The route you choose can also affect the ferry price. The Cherbourg to Dublin ferry costs £713.38 on average. The Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry costs £421.80 on average.
Prices on the Cherbourg to Dublin ferry start from just £288.16. Meanwhile, prices on Cherbourg to Rosslare start from £207.32. Bear in mind that prices often vary and are usually higher during the peak summer months.
Yes, you can take your car on the ferry to Ireland from France with Irish Ferries & Brittany Ferries. Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and to find France to Ireland car ferry prices.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from France to Ireland with Irish Ferries & Brittany Ferries.
Yes, you can travel with your pet on the France to Ireland ferry with Irish Ferries & Brittany Ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on ferries to Ireland from France.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Ireland online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.
You're best booking your France to Ireland ferry tickets as soon as you know your travel plans. Ferries can sell out, especially in the summer months so it's best to secure your place on the ferry well in advance. The sooner you book, the cheaper the prices tend to be too.
We recommend booking your France to Ireland ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best price. The cheapest ferries from France to Ireland are usually out of season and at off-peak times.
You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers. Discounts for senior citizens and residents are available on some routes. If you're a student, you can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets too.
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