Ferries from
Spain to Ireland
Ferries from
Spain to Ireland
The Bilbao to Rosslare ferry is the main ferry route from Spain to Ireland. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Spain to Ireland are provided by Brittany Ferries and sail once a week.
The ferry from Spain to Ireland takes between 27 hours 15 minutes and 32 hours depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
The fastest ferry from Spain to Ireland is on the Bilbao to Rosslare ferry with Brittany Ferries in 27 hours 15 minutes.
Yes, there are car ferries available from Spain to Ireland with Brittany Ferries.
There are approximately 653 miles (1051km) and 567 nautical miles between Spain and Ireland.
The price of a ferry from Spain to Ireland can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Bilbao to Rosslare ferry ferry sails approximately once a week with a crossing time of 28 hours 30 minutes.
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Leaving Spain behind, the long crossing to Ireland lands at Cork or Rosslare, with the Bay of Biscay's open water giving way to Ireland's green coastline after a day or more at sea. Cork's compact city centre and nearby Blarney Castle are easy first stops, while Rosslare connects onward toward Waterford's medieval quarter. The Cork Butter Museum and the English Market both offer a good sense of the city's food heritage for those wanting more than the standard sightseeing route.
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