Ferries from
Wales to Ireland
Ferries from
Wales to Ireland
There are 74 weekly sailings between Wales and Ireland. These sailings are provided by 2 ferry companies; Irish Ferries & Stena Line.
Yes, you can get a ferry from Wales to Ireland. Ferries to Ireland from Wales sail approximately 74 times per week and are provided by 2 operators; Irish Ferries & Stena Line.
The duration of the ferry from Wales 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 Wales Ireland ferry also varies between routes, with the Holyhead to Dublin ferry taking approximately 3 hours 15 minutes on average.
Fastest Wales to Ireland ferry time: 1 minute
Longest Wales to Ireland ferry time: 5 hours 50 minutes
The fastest ferry from Wales to Ireland is the Holyhead - Dublin route. This ferry is provided by Irish Ferries & Stena Line and takes approximately 1 minute.
Wales 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 Wales to Ireland by boat, it's best to check the latest Wales to Ireland ferry timetable before you book.
There are 2 ferry companies providing this route. Wales to Ireland ferry operators include Irish Ferries & Stena Line
Popular Wales to Ireland ferry routes include:
Holyhead to Dublin ferry
Fishguard to Rosslare ferry
Pembroke to Rosslare ferry
The most popular ferry is Holyhead – Dublin with up to 8 daily and 55 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes about 3 hours 15 minutes.
Another popular route is the Fishguard – Rosslare ferry with up to 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings. The Fishguard – Rosslare ferry takes about 3 hours 30 minutes.
With the fastest ferries to Ireland taking 1 minute, it's possible to do a Wales to Ireland day trip.
Yes, you can get from Wales to Ireland by car.
Car Operators: Irish Ferries & Stena Line
Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and to find Wales to Ireland car ferry prices.
The Wales to Ireland ferry price can vary depending on a number of factors including the route, ferry company, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not.
We recommend booking your Wales to Ireland ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best price. The cheapest ferries from Wales to Ireland are usually out of season and at off-peak times. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest Wales to Ireland ferry discounts and to find the cheapest Wales to Ireland ferry.
Ireland to Wales distance: 108 miles (174km) and 94 nautical miles.
You can book Wales to Ireland ferry tickets online at Direct Ferries. Compare Wales to Ireland ferry prices, timetables and ferry companies using our Deal Finder.
| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From HolyheadWales |
To DublinIreland |
Average price£351.66 | |
From FishguardWales |
To RosslareIreland |
Average price£374.00 | |
From PembrokeWales |
To RosslareIreland |
Average price£359.00 |
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Wales is part of the United Kingdom and the British Isles, bordered by England to the east. Although a relatively small country, Wales is packed with significant attractions from its three national parks and five ‘Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ to the third highest peak in Britain and some outstanding beaches; Wales has something to suit all visitors. As a nation with vast, rolling plains, it boasts an impressive network of excellent hiking trails that take you past some of the country’s 400 castles, many cheerful pubs and stunning coastal views. Thanks to its location on Britain’s western shores, Wales is a useful gateway to Ireland, offering numerous crossings to Dublin and Rosslare. Also, with a number of ports along the Welsh coast to choose from, there’s no shortage of ferry options.
Ireland is an island in North-western Europe, politically divided into the Republic and Northern Ireland which is part of the United Kingdom. Its capital Dublin which was founded as a Viking settlement is now a hugely popular tourist destination with popular attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse. Other counties such as Kerry and Galway are also popular tourist spots. Ireland is simple destination to get to by sea. Ferries connect England, Isle of Man and Wales to numerous Irish ferry ports with regular crossings operating all year with the most well-known ferry companies. Northern Ireland also features a wealth of ferry connections to the UK mainland so if you are travelling from Scotland to Ireland then you could choose to drive down from Belfast or Larne. If you’re travelling from continental Europe then there’s a selection of crossings on a number of routes available from France too.
