The cheapest and fastest ferries from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€117
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€117
Fastest journey on Sep 18
19 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
19 h 45 m
Ferries on Sep 18
1
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin will cost around €117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €117.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 ferries from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 521 km distance in an average of 19 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 19 h 45 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 19 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Irish Ferries4:30 PM19h45Port of Cherbourg11:15 AMDublin Port€1171One-way0 transfers
Irish Ferries4:30 PM19h45Port of Cherbourg11:15 AMDublin Port€1171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €144 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 20h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €144, while a flight costs an average of €233.
Distance: 281 nautical miles (521 km)
Compare ferry with
Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€144 Average price Cheapest | €233 Average price |
20h 36m Average total duration Fastest 19h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 25h 9m Average total duration 23h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin:
A ferry is €88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin costing on average €233.
Other travel options to Dublin take longer:
Flight takes on average 23h 9m.
Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 19h45 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 19h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 19h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Live departures
Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin ferries for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 PM Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 19h45 | 10:15 AM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 19h45 | 11:15 AM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin
Ferries from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €56 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 16:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 281 nautical miles (521 km) distance in 19h 15m. There are 4 sailings per week.

Distance 281 nautical miles (521 km) |
Average sailing duration 19h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 19h 15m |
First ferry 4:00 PM |
Last ferry 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Ferry operators: Irish Ferries from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to DublinYou can travel by ferry between Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin with Irish Ferries for as low as €56. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Irish Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin
Most Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Dublin ferries use the Port of Cherbourg to Dublin Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Dublin ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Cherbourg-en-Cotentin port do ferries to Dublin leave from?
Getting to Port of Cherbourg from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin city centre
Port of Cherbourg is 1 km from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Cherbourg port facilities and services
Port of Cherbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Vauban (0.3km), Le Quai des Mers (0.5km), Le Melting-Pot (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Cherbourg.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Cherbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Cherbourg.
Which Dublin port do ferries from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin arrive at?
Getting to Dublin Port from Dublin city centre
Dublin Port is 3 km from Dublin city centre. Public transport options include:
Dublin Port port facilities and services
Dublin Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Yacht (0.7km), The Ferryman (0.9km), Ely Bar & Grill (1km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in terminal areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dublin Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dublin Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dublin Port.
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