Ferries from
Ireland to France
Ferries from
Ireland to France
Ferries from Ireland to France are available with 3 operators. There are 3 ferry routes. Ferries from Rosslare to Cherbourg and Dublin to Cherbourg are popular ferry trips from Ireland to France. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Ireland to France sail approximately 13 times per week and are available with Irish Ferries, Brittany Ferries & Stena Line.
The ferry from Ireland to France takes between 12 hours 30 minutes and 42 hours 30 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
The fastest ferry from Ireland to France is on the Cork to Roscoff ferry with Brittany Ferries in 12 hours 30 minutes.
Yes, there are car ferries available from Ireland to France with Irish Ferries, Brittany Ferries & Stena Line.
There are approximately 369 miles (594km) and 321 nautical miles between Ireland and France.
The price of a ferry from Ireland to France can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Rosslare to Cherbourg ferry ferry sails approximately 7 times weekly with a crossing time of 18 hours.
Dublin to Cherbourg ferry ferries sail about 6 times weekly with a sailing time of 19 hours.
We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.
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| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From RosslareIreland |
To CherbourgFrance |
Average price$697.68 | |
From DublinIreland |
To CherbourgFrance |
Average price$942.34 | |
From CorkIreland |
To RoscoffFrance |
Average price$802.19 |
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