Dublin to Holyhead Ferry Guide
Dublin Port Guide
The Irish city of Dublin is the capital of Ireland and lies in the province of Leinster on the east coast of Ireland at the mouth of the River Liffey. Dublin Port is the busiest passenger ferry port in Ireland, serving 1.5 million passengers per year, with ferries to England, France and Wales. The port has three terminals and lies at the mouth of the River Liffey, which is under 3km from the city centre.
Dublin ferry port has a wide range of facilities for passengers to enjoy before departing including lounges, vending machines, cafes, baby changing facilities, free WiFi and restaurants. There is also a short stay and long stay car park outside the terminal building, with up to 30 spaces available. The daily tariff is $10 per 24 hours.
Dublin port has a bus service to and from the city centre, which is operational every day. This is available from Bus Stop 135111 on Georges Quay, opposite side of the river from the Custom House. The address of Dublin port is Terminal 2, Alexandra Road, Dublin Port, Dublin, D01 WD28, Ireland.
Holyhead Port Guide
Located on Holy Island, which at one point was connected to Anglesey via the Four Mile Bridge, the town of Holyhead is the largest town and port in Anglesey, Wales. The Port of Holyhead is a bustling ferry port which operates services to Dublin and Dun Laoghaire in Ireland. The port is also the main gateway for land transport from northern and central England and Wales to Ireland.
Holyhead ferry port is easily accessible via the Avanti West Coast train from Crewe, which takes approximately 2 hours. There is also the 4R and X4 bus that drop passengers directly at the ferry terminal throughout the day. As the port is conveniently located at the end of the A55 dual carriageway, it’s very easy to reach by car.
Facilities in Holyhead port include a duty free shop, cafes, restaurants, lounges, car rental desk, toilets, free WiFi and baby changing facilities. There are 2 long stay car parks near the terminal, which allow parking for up to 14 days.