Ferry from France to Ireland
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Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

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Ferries from France to Ireland sail approximately 13 times per week and are available with Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries & Stena Line.

How long is the ferry from France to Ireland? 

The ferry from France to Ireland takes between 12 hours and 20 hours depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.

What is the fastest ferry from France to Ireland? 

The fastest ferry from France to Ireland is on the Roscoff to Cork ferry with Brittany Ferries in 12 hours.

Can I take my car on the France to Ireland ferry? 

Yes, there are car ferries available from France to Ireland with Brittany Ferries, Irish Ferries & Stena Line. 

How far is it from France to Ireland? 

There are approximately 369 miles (594km) and 321 nautical miles between France and Ireland. 

What does it cost for a ferry from France to Ireland? 

The price of a ferry from France to Ireland can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry. 

Cherbourg to Rosslare Ferry

The Cherbourg to Rosslare ferry ferry sails approximately 7 times weekly with a crossing time of 18 hours. 

Cherbourg to Dublin Ferry 

Cherbourg to Dublin ferry ferries sail about 4 times weekly with a sailing time of 19 hours 15 minutes. 

France to Ireland Ferry Offers and Discounts 

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. 

How to book ferry tickets from France to Ireland 

Book and compare France Ireland ferry tickets, operators, timetables and prices by using our Deal Finder.   
 

Ferries from France to Ireland

About France

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 holidaymaker. 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 holiday, a spa break, relaxing on a beach, castle hop, shopping or simply people watching, you can do it all in France. And, however many times you visit, there is always something 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.

About Ireland

Ireland is an island in North-western Europe, politically divided into the Republic and Northern Ireland which is part of the United Kingdom. Its capital Dublin which was founded as a Viking settlement is now a hugely popular tourist destination with popular attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse. Other counties such as Kerry and Galway are also popular tourist spots. Ireland is simple destination to get to by sea. Ferries connect England, Isle of Man and Wales to numerous Irish ferry ports with regular crossings operating all year with the most well-known ferry companies. Northern Ireland also features a wealth of ferry connections to the UK mainland so if you are travelling from Scotland to Ireland then you could choose to drive down from Belfast or Larne. If you’re travelling from continental Europe then there’s a selection of crossings on a number of routes available from France too.

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