Ferries from Wales to Ireland
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Travel to Ireland by Ferry from Wales
One of the most popular ways to reach Ireland is by ferry from the Welsh ports, offering three main routes. You can choose to sail to either Rosslare in the south of Ireland or Dublin.
Whether you’re heading to the south or central regions of Ireland, these crossings offer a convenient and reliable way to travel.
Map: ferry routes to Ireland from Wales
Ferry Routes from Wales to Ireland
When travelling by ferry from Wales to Ireland, you have several options depending on your location and destination.
Routes from Wales to Ireland
- Fishguard to Rosslare: A southern connection between Wales and Ireland.
- Pembroke to Rosslare: Another southern route, ideal for accessing the south of Ireland.
- Holyhead to Dublin: A direct route from northern Wales to the Irish capital, Dublin.
Travel Times and Distances
- The Holyhead to Dublin route is the shortest crossing, taking just 2 hours and 15 minutes.
- Dublin to Rosslare: A 2-hour drive if you need to travel further south.
- Dublin to Belfast: Also a 2-hour drive, providing access to Northern Ireland.
Choosing the Best Route
Below is an overview of ferries from the Welsh ports of Pembroke, Fishguard, and Holyhead. Depending on where you are departing from in Wales or England and your destination in Ireland, you can choose the most convenient port for your trip.
- For the south of Ireland, consider Fishguard or Pembroke to Rosslare.
- For central and northern destinations, Holyhead to Dublin is the quickest option.
These routes offer flexibility, efficiency, and easy access to key destinations in Ireland.
Dublin to Holyhead:
Read About Our Experiences on This Route
We’ve personally travelled this route with both Stena Line and Irish Ferries. Curious about what your journey might look like? Check out our trip reports:
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- Alternatives via Wales
We also have a page with all the ferries to Ireland from the UK
Prices and availability for this crossing
To check prices, availability, and schedules for ferry crossings between Ireland and the UK, you can use our booking tool. This platform allows you to:
- Compare prices across different ferry operators.
- Check availability for your desired travel dates.
- View detailed schedules and timetables during the booking process.
By entering your travel details, you can find the most suitable options for your journey.
Additional Information
On some routes, it’s helpful to know a bit more. If that’s the case, we’ll share extra details here.
- If unexpected rough weather occurs, here are the best places to sit to minimise seasickness:
- Sit near the middle of the ferry where movement is least noticeable.
- Avoid the front or upper decks, as these areas feel the most motion.
- Travelling with young kids on a night ferry? We’ve got some helpful tips for travelling with kids here.
We are visiting Wales for a few days and would like to also visit Ireland by ferry. We will not have a car. About how much is a R/T per person ticket from the three ports leaving Wales
Hi Christine,
Thanks for your question. There are 3 different options: Fishguard-Rosslare, Holyhead-Dublin and Pembroke-Rosslare. The price really depends on dates and which ferry you'll take. Stena Line has a really helpful low fare calendar. In the booking module of Stena Line just under the dates you can use this option. If it's a short stay, you'll also get a short stay discount. So for example if you will sail from Wales to Ireland on the 18th and sail back on the 20th you'll pay around 107 pound for a return ticket or 2 persons on the Holyhead-Dublin route. Fishguard Rosslare is exactly the same price. Pembroke Rosslare is just a bit more expensive on a short break for 2 persons without a car: 114 pounds. So the routes from Stena Line seem just a bit cheaper on these specific date. But I would recommend to use the low fare calendar and check yourself.
Best regards,
Hi there. I will be coming to Wales in May and I will be on a car. Does your ferry allow for our car to be transported on board as well into Ireland?
Hello Jordan,
We perate as an informative ferry portal, so the ferries themselves are not under our ownership. However, almost all ferries from Wales to Ireland accommodate cars. It's advisable to book in advance to secure a spot on the parking deck.
Let me know if you have any remaining questions.