Ferries from
Wales to Ireland
Ferries from
Wales to Ireland
Wales to Ireland ferries are operated by 2 ferry companies. These include Irish Ferries & Stena Line. There are currently 8 daily and 64 weekly sailings. The Holyhead to Dublin ferry crossing is the most popular route with a scheduled sailing duration of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Yes, you can get a ferry from Wales to Ireland. Ferries to Ireland from Wales sail approximately 64 times per week and are provided by 2 operators including Irish Ferries & Stena Line. Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Ireland today.
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.
Wales to Ireland ferry times vary between 3 hours 15 minutes and 4 hours.
The fastest ferry from Wales to Ireland is the Holyhead to Dublin route. This ferry is provided by Irish Ferries & Stena Line and takes around 3 hours 15 minutes with an average price of £380.35. There are currently 8 daily and 52 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
Wales 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 Wales to Ireland by boat, it's best to check the latest Wales to Ireland ferry timetable before you book.
Holyhead – Dublin first ferry: 01:30
Holyhead – Dublin last ferry: 22:15
Fishguard – Rosslare first ferry: 01:30
Fishguard – Rosslare last ferry: 14:00
There are 2 ferry companies providing this route. Wales to Ireland ferry operators include Irish Ferries & Stena Line.
Wales to Ireland distance: 108 miles (174km) and 94 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, due to the crossing time, you cannot do a day trip from Wales to Ireland.
There are currently 5 ferry routes operating from Wales to Ireland;
The most popular ferry is Holyhead to Dublin with up to 8 daily and 52 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes about 3 hours 15 minutes.
The second most popular route is the Fishguard to Rosslare ferry with up to 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings. The Fishguard to Rosslare ferry takes about 3 hours 30 minutes.
Wales 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 with the Holyhead to Dublin ferry costing £380.35 on average and the Fishguard to Rosslare ferry costing £400.00 on average.
Prices on the Holyhead to Dublin ferry start from just £116.28 whilst prices on Fishguard to Rosslare start from £170.00. 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 Wales with Irish Ferries & Stena Line. Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and to find Wales to Ireland car ferry prices.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Wales to Ireland with Irish Ferries & Stena Line.
Yes, you can travel with your on the Wales to Ireland ferry with Irish Ferries & Stena Line.
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 Wales 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 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.
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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