Dublin to Chester ferry with Stena Line

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dublin to Chester

Showing times and prices for Nov 16

Cheapest price

€32

Average price

€32

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 25 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

224 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dublin to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Dublin to Chester will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Dublin for Chester on Sun, Nov 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Nov 16 the direct ferries cover the 224 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .

On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 25 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 Ferries
07:55PM3h25
Dublin
11:20PMChester
€321One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Dublin to Chester

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €22.

Distance: 120 nautical miles (224 km)

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Flight

€34

Average price

Cheapest

€49

Average price

4h 5m

Average total duration

3h 5m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 2m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Stena Line

Most popular ferry company

Ryanair

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Dublin to Chester ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Chester ferries for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 7:45 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
irish_ferries7:55 PM Dublin
3h25
11:20 PM Chester0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Dublin to Chester

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Ferries from Dublin to Chester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €22 by flight.

There are 7 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest ferry covers the 120 nautical miles (224 km) distance in 3h 25m. There are 36 sailings per week. Ferries from Dublin to Chester are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €22
Official Omio partners on this route
Stena Line
Irish Ferries
Distance
120 nautical miles (224 km)
Average sailing duration
3h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
€32
Ferries per day
7
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
36
Fastest ferry
3h 25m
First ferry
01:15
Last ferry
22:35
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €22

Ferry operators: Stena Line, Irish Ferries from Dublin to ChesterYou can travel by ferry between Dublin to Chester with Stena Line, Irish Ferries for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Stena Line

About
Stena Line is a Swedish ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the North Sea, Irish Sea, and Baltic Sea. The company was founded in 1962 and is based in Gothenburg, Sweden. Stena Line operates ferry services between Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands and Poland. In addition to traditional ferry services, Stena Line also operates a number of high-speed craft and a number of fast craft services.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
€38
Stena Line frequency
4 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation fees vary by ticket type and timing. Economy tickets non-refundable, Flexi tickets refundable
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available. Options range from casual to fine dining.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most ships, including elevators, specially adapted cabins and toilets. Assistance available with prior notice.
Pets
Dogs, cats and other small pets allowed in designated areas and pet-friendly cabins. Must be kept in carriers or on leash with muzzle.
Cabin reservation
Variety of cabins available from standard to deluxe suites
Car on board

Irish Ferries

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
€32
Irish Ferries frequency
5 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure, fees may apply
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple dining options including restaurants, cafes, and food courts serving hot meals, snacks, and beverages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with lifts and accessible facilities. Assistance available with prior notice.
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in designated areas. Must be kept in carriers or on leash with muzzle for dogs.
Cabin reservation
Cabins available in various categories from standard to deluxe
Car on board

FAQs: Ferry from Dublin to Chester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Dublin to Chester can start from as little as €40 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Dublin to Chester is €40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time from Dublin to Chester is on average 8 h   for the 223 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Dublin and Chester by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The ferry from Dublin to Chester leaves at 09: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Dublin to Chester is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Chester from Dublin including taking a flight or ferry.

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Popular ports from Dublin to Chester

Dublin
Chester
Dublin PortWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Alexandra Road, Dublin 1, D01 H4C6, Ireland
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
M50, Exit 7
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • The Yacht (0.7km)
  • The Ferryman (0.9km)
  • Ely Bar & Grill (1km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Book in advance with FreeNow.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Dublin Port
  • Bus lines 53, 151, Stop: Dublin Port
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