Ferries from
Ireland to Spain
Ferries from
Ireland to Spain
Ireland to Spain ferries are operated by 1 ferry company; Brittany Ferries. There are currently 4 daily and 4 weekly sailings. The Rosslare to Bilbao ferry crossing is the most popular route with a scheduled sailing duration of about 31 hours 1 minute.
Yes, you can get a ferry from Ireland to Spain. Ferries to Spain from Ireland sail approximately 4 times per week and are provided by Brittany Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Spain today.
The duration of the ferry from Ireland to Spain 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 Ireland Spain ferry also varies between routes.
Ireland to Spain ferry times vary between 27 hours and 31 hours 1 minute.
The fastest ferry from Ireland to Spain is the Rosslare to Santander route. This ferry is provided by Brittany Ferries and takes around 27 hours with an average price of £260.20. There are currently 1 daily and 1 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
Ireland to Spain 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 Ireland to Spain by boat, it's best to check the latest Ireland to Spain ferry timetable before you book.
Rosslare – Bilbao first ferry: 09:00
Rosslare – Bilbao last ferry: 23:59
There is 1 ferry company providing this route. Ireland to Spain ferries are provided by Brittany Ferries.
Ireland to Spain distance: 630 miles (1014km) and 547 nautical miles.
Due to the crossing time, you cannot do a day trip from Ireland to Spain.
There are currently 2 ferry routes operating from Ireland to Spain;
The most popular ferry is Rosslare to Bilbao with up to 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes about 31 hours 1 minute.
The second most popular route is the Rosslare to Santander ferry with up to 1 daily and 1 weekly sailings. The Rosslare to Santander ferry takes about 27 hours 30 minutes.
Ireland to Spain 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 with the Rosslare to Bilbao ferry costing £464.65 on average.
Prices on the Rosslare to Bilbao ferry start from just £232.25. 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 Spain from Ireland with Brittany Ferries. Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and to find Ireland to Spain car ferry prices.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Ireland to Spain with Brittany Ferries.
Unfortunately you cannot take your pet on the ferry from Ireland to Spain.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Spain 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 Ireland to Spain 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 Ireland to Spain ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best price. The cheapest ferries from Ireland to Spain 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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