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Norbank

295 Reviews

Operated by P&O Irish Sea on the Liverpool Dublin route

The conventional cruise ferry Norbank provides a host of onboard facilities to help make your journey a memorable one including delicious complimentary food, a spacious TV lounge, a bar, an onboard shop and comfortable cabins.

Onboard Cabins / Reserved Seating

Onboard the Norbank ferry you’ll find comfortable en-suite 2 bed cabins with a choice of either inside or outside (sea view).

Onboard Food and Drink

Meals are included in the price and complimentary tea, coffee and fruit juice are available throughout the crossing.

Onboard Shopping

The Norbank has a basic shop onboard.

Additional Onboard Facilities

You can change currency onboard at the Bureau de Change.

Accessibility

There are no lifts to the main passenger areas and access is by a staircase therefore the Norbank may be unsuitable for the infirm, disabled or young children.

Please Note: Whilst we have taken great care in making our Norbank guide as accurate as possible, onboard facilities, services and entertainment may vary depending on the date and time of year that you travel, facilities mentioned may change without notification and ferry companies reserve the right to operate vessels other than those mentioned at time of booking without prior notification.

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Onboard Norbank

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Norbank Reviews

4.4
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99% of our customers recommended this ship

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  • Punctuality:4.5
  • Cleanliness:4.5

  • "A relaxing day "

    We find this crossing to Ireland very relaxing and it is the best way for us to go there. It is very basic but comfortable and plenty of space to relax. The foor provided is always tasty and a good selection. It is not really suitable for young children as they could get bored, as it is a long day with little for them to do. For adults it is a way to wind down at the beginning and end of a break away.

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    Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Punctual service that works"

    The service is primarily for freight and facilities reflect that. However it’s service with a smile with clean comfortable cabins, plentiful food and friendly staff. Will use again. 

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    Reviewed by David who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Holiday travel"

    Staff superb,friendly and helpful. Quick and easy boarding. Overall a great experience which helps make your holiday. Looking forward to sailing with you again.

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    Reviewed by Margaret who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Alternative to Holyhead "

    We wanted to take our bikes to Ireland so the ferry seemed to be the easiest option. We travelled from east anglia and took the overnight ferry from Liverpool. It was all very easy and smooth. The ferries don't have many passengers as they mostly seem to deal with freight. I would definitely recommend to break up a long journey

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    Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Ferry to Dublin"

    P&O gave excellent service as I had to change travel dates a few times due to Covid rules and this was not a problem to them and the staff on the ferry where great and the food on the ferry was really great very happy with P&O

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    Reviewed by Philomena who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Happy Saling"

    Very good

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    Reviewed by Joyann who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "P&O Liverpool to Dublin "

    We love this route have been using it for over 20 years The ferry trip is part of the holiday, love the old ships on that route it’s like a mini cruise really.  The onboard team get a gold star ⭐️ food was excellent as was the Guinness and great to be able to do some duty free shopping.  And finally we had a very comfortable en-suite cabin so slept for a few hours.  God willing we hope to use this service again later in the year. 

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    Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Safe no hassle trip"

    Couldn't really fault the trip. Easy check in both ways, friendly staff, arrived on time.  Meal service was excellent.  Could have done with a snack machine in-between meals as we hadn't taken any provisions. Slamming door by the room meant interupted sleep throughout the journey.  Would use again but pick a different room.

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    Reviewed by John who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "smooth sailing"

    i found this crossing very relaxing, the 2 full meals were very good and self serve tea and coffee, also the cabin was comfortable and quite, excellent value,

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    Reviewed by Patrick who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Happy cruising!"

    Very helpful staff providing a very good service. Comfortable cabins and an efficient service. I'll think twice before I fly again!

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    Reviewed by Philip who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Disappointed with Direct Ferries "

    As we couldn’t get booked directly with P&O we made our booking with direct ferries. Having paid €303 on Tuesday evening for a sailing on Thursday evening they then informed us on Wednesday that due to weather issues our booking was cancelled however on contacting P&O we found out that sailing was going ahead. As our ferry was within 48hrs direct ferries wouldn’t deal with our inquiries. However P&O were great as usual to deal with especially Adrienne in freight as our booking was car and passenger. They looked after us brilliantly start to finish. Thank you team P&O from directional staff on ground to purser and staff on board the “Norbank” . Not one bit happy with direct ferries. Thanks for taking time to read this.

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    Reviewed by Mary who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Very happy"

    Lovely little boat. The food is very good. Surprised to get a steak for dinner and perfectly cooked. I had low expectations but I’m looking forward to sailing again. Thank you

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    Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Fantastic trip with this ferry"

    Travelled for a funeral in the UK. This ferry included breakfast and dinner and unlimited tea n coffee or hot chocolate. The cabins were clean and the two birth ones were not bunk beds which was fantastic. There was a shower and toilet ensuing and the price was the cabin was a lit cheaper than other ferry companies. The staff were really helpful.

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    Reviewed by Patrice who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "A great trip!"

    I arrived at Dublin port feeling very tired but my ferry journey was excellent and I when I got Liverpool I was feeling refreshed. I decided to pay for a cabin (£22.50) for the day - it was clean and quiet and I was able to sleep. The breakfast and late-afternoon meals were very good, the staff were polite, efficient and friendly. Couldn't have been better!

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    Reviewed by Ann who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Peaceful "

    The Norbank could do with a refurbishment as it looks old and worn compared to other companies that do the Ireland crossing. However it does the job and it’s quiet. Because of the long crossing there is rarely kids running around. The cabins are comfy and clean. The meals are plentiful and varied. It suits my needs very well. At arrival on either side, I feel refreshed and not frazzled. The staff from check in and on board are very friendly and helpful.

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    Reviewed by Finula who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "March 20 experience"

    Our first time on the Liverpool Dublin service. Clearly designed for lorries indeed, on our trips there were no more than half a dozen cars each way. On the plus side this means the public spaces are relatively empty, the food simple but well cooked and tea/coffee/ fruit juice is always available; all included in the ticket price. On the negative side the entertainment is confined to a couple of televisions, and a bar. The cabins are simple, clean but without any frills. So provided you can entertain yourself for 8 hours this is excellent way to cross the Irish sea

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    Reviewed by Mark who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Over 60 traveller."

    Travel frequently on ferries. This suited me as Liverpool was handy for my destination. It was also handy to sleep on board and wake refreshed which I did. The ship as we were told from the start is not suited for people with mobility problems so don't come with lots of bags to carry up stairs. Next time I will bring a rucksack as two hands to hold onto rails going up stairs would be useful. Otherwise a very good service.

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    Reviewed by Richard who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Excellent service in difficult conditions. "

    As usual you provided a great service for your passengers during some of the worst weather conditions of the winter. Though there was a short delay on the return journey, the service, accommodation and food were of a very good standard.

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  • "Like a Mini Cruise "

    Clean & tidy, good food served & all the coffee you can drink. Clean cosy cabins.

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    Reviewed by John who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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  • "Long sailing, nice time..."

    Great service, the food was great, beats IOM steam packet to heck! Competent employees, clean and comfortable, the cabins are better than most hotel rooms. Have already raved since i got off today at 5.30pm, but highly recommended and very pleasantly suprised. 5star

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    Reviewed by J mcguinness who travelled with P&O Irish Sea on Norbank

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