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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Cheapest price
€57
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
18 h 30 m
Average duration
19 h 15 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Dublin for Cherbourg-en-Cotentin on Mon, Dec 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct ferries cover the 521 km distance in an average of 19 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 18 h 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest ferries will take 20 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 18h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €186.
Distance: 281 nautical miles (521 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€50 Average price Cheapest | €311 Average price |
19h 30m Average total duration Fastest 18h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 26h 40m Average total duration 23h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 19h00 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin ferries for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Ferries | 4:00 PM Dublin Port | 19h00 | 11:00 AM Port of Cherbourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| 3:00 PM Dublin | 18h30 | 9:30 AM Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Ireland
France
Ferries from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €42 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 16:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 281 nautical miles (521 km) distance in 18h 0m. There are 3 sailings per week.
Distance 281 nautical miles (521 km) |
Average sailing duration 18h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 18h 0m |
First ferry 16:00 |
Last ferry 20:30 |
Ferry operators: Irish Ferries from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-CotentinYou can travel by ferry between Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin with Irish Ferries for as low as €42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Irish Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin 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 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Dublin Port, which is located around 4.2 miles (6.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Cherbourg, located 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Dublin to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- The Yacht (0.7km)
- The Ferryman (0.9km)
- Ely Bar & Grill (1km)
- Book in advance with FreeNow.
- Free
- Bus lines 53, 151, Stop: Dublin Port
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Le Vauban (0.3km)
- Le Quai des Mers (0.5km)
- Le Melting-Pot (0.7km)
- Main companies are Taxis Cherbourgeois and Taxi de la Gare.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Gare Maritime
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