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 Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries & Stena Line.
The ferry from Ireland to France takes between 15 hours and 21 hours 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 15 hours.
Yes, there are car ferries available from Ireland to France with Brittany Ferries, Irish 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 4 times weekly with a sailing time of 18 hours 30 minutes.
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.
Book and compare Ireland France ferry tickets, operators, timetables and prices by using our Deal Finder.
| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From RosslareIreland |
To CherbourgFrance |
Average price$653.13 | |
From DublinIreland |
To CherbourgFrance |
Average price$749.06 | |
From CorkIreland |
To RoscoffFrance |
Average price$714.98 |
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Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic, to the West of Great Britain. The island of Ireland is politically divided between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland which is part of the United Kingdom. The region has a rather diverse landscape with a ring of coastal mountains and low plains at the center of the island. With three World Heritage Sites, Ireland’s outstanding natural beauty is of great interest to many tourists. Ferry travel is a popular method of getting from Ireland to England, Wales and the Isle of Man across the Irish Sea. Crossings are year round, fast and operated by a variety of ferry company across a number of routes. Despite the relatively long crossing, France is also well connected by ferry from Ireland. The ships are reasonably well appointed and as with the crossings to the UK, there are a number of operators and routes to choose from.
France has been one of the world's most popular tourist destinations for many years and is one of the most diverse countries in the world. With a variety of landscapes, its charming people and the richness of its culture, France really is an ideal destination for the vacationer. Paris with its iconic monuments and Europe’s most popular theme park and also the French Riviera in the south east get the headlines, but there is so much more to see and do. Whether you're up for an adventure packed getaway, a spa break, relaxing on a beach, castle hopping, shopping or simply people watching, you can do it all in France. No matter how many times you visit, there is always something new to discover. With its central position in Western Europe, France is the perfect gateway by ferry to the surrounding countries and islands of the Mediterranean and the English Channel. With numerous ferry companies operating crossings to and from France, destinations include the UK, Ireland, the Channel Islands, Corsica, Sardinia and North Africa.
