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How to get from Dublin to Douglas by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Dublin to Douglas ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Dublin to Douglas is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Dublin to Douglas can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Dublin to Douglas ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Isle of Man Steam Packet, Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries. This way you can find the best deal on a Dublin Douglas ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Isle of Man Steam Packet ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Dublin to Douglas simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Dublin to Douglas Ferry Information

Port of departure
Dublin
Ireland
Port of Arrival
Douglas
United Kingdom
Isle of Man
Distance
92 mi
Ferry Companies
Isle of Man Steam Packet, Seatruck Ferries, P&O Ferries
Frequency of crossings
1 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
2 hours 55 min
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Ferry Dublin Douglas: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Dublin to Douglas, you'll find tickets range from £25 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £337 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Dublin to Douglas route is £174. The average ferry crossing time from Dublin to Douglas is 2 hours 48 min. The slowest ferries will take 2 hours 55 min to reach Douglas, while the fastest boats will arrive in Douglas in 2 hours 45 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Dublin at 10:15. The last boat to Douglas leaves the port of Dublin at 11:15.

Average price of a Dublin to Douglas ferry crossing
£174
Price range of ferries Dublin Douglas (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£25 - £337
Average crossing time Dublin Douglas
2 hours 48 min
Departure time of first ferry to Douglas
10:15
Time last ferry leaves for Douglas
11:15
Arrival time of first ferry to Douglas
13:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Douglas
14:00

Why travel by ferry from Dublin to Douglas?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Dublin to Douglas ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Douglas. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Dublin to Douglas is an ideal way to travel.

To enjoy the incredible sea view
When we are on the coast, we often look for places that offer the best sea view. During the Dublin Douglas crossing, whether you are on deck, dining in the restaurant or relaxing in the comfortable lounges of the Isle of Man Steam Packet ship, you will simply have a front row seat to the incredible spectacle that the sea offers. Restaurant, bars, lounges, cabins,... the magnificent views of the sea are omnipresent on board the ship.
Transporting your bike is not a problem
Travelling with your bike on a train, plane or bus is often a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the ship's huge garage. You leave it there for the duration of the Dublin-Douglas crossing in complete safety and without fear of it being damaged. You will get on your bike in Douglas to get off the boat.
Because it's the ideal way to travel with your family!
Travelling by ferry is simply the ideal way to travel between Dublin and Douglas when you are with your family and especially with children. Everything is simpler. As soon as you leave Dublin, imagine your children exploring the ship, spending long periods playing in the children's play areas or in the video games and arcades (for teenagers), watching the latest films in the cinema, sharing a family meal in the restaurant, or marvelling at a magic show or other countless activities. On board the ferry to Douglas, time flies by faster than you think and this maritime experience between Dublin and Douglas will remain unforgettable for your children for a long time.

Which companies operate between Dublin and Douglas?

If you want to travel between Dublin and Douglas by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Isle of Man Steam Packet who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.

Isle of Man Steam Packet Dublin Douglas
Isle of Man Steam Packet
Isle of Man Steam Packet is a very old Isle of Man ferry company founded in 1830! Compare all Isle of Man Steam Packet Dublin Douglas fares on Vivanoda. On Vivanoda, you can compare Dublin-Douglas fares and book a Isle of Man Steam Packet ticket between Dublin and Douglas. Isle of Man Steam Packet operates 1 crossings a week to Douglas from Dublin and the journey time is 2 hours 55 min. More information about Isle of Man Steam Packet
2 hours 55 min
1 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Dublin? Where do the boats arrive in Douglas?

Port of departure in Dublin

Isle of Man Steam Packet ferries depart for Douglas from the following ports in Dublin:

Dublin Ferries Terminal 1
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Dublin P&O Ferries Terminal 3
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Port of arrival in Douglas

Isle of Man Steam Packet ships arrive in Douglas from the following ports:

Douglas Ile of Man Sea Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Dublin to Douglas, it will take you at least 2 hours 55 min to cover the 92 mi between Dublin and Douglas.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Dublin and Douglas in winter) and the ferry company (Isle of Man Steam Packet). There are currently 1 crossings a week between Dublin and Douglas.

There are 1 ferry companies operating between Dublin and Douglas: Isle of Man Steam Packet.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Isle of Man Steam Packet, Seatruck Ferries, P&O Ferries.

Before booking, compare the prices of Isle of Man Steam Packet, Seatruck Ferries, P&O Ferries on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Dublin Douglas ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Dublin and Douglas, you will travel 92 mi.

To go by boat from Dublin to Douglas, you can find prices ranging from £25 for the lowest, to £337 for the highest. The average price we observed was £174.

The first ferry leaves Dublin at 10:15 for Douglas.

The last ferry to Douglas usually departs from Dublin at 11:15.

What is the Dublin to Douglas ferry crossing like?

If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Dublin to Douglas sea crossing is like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Dublin to disembarkation in Douglas, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Isle of Man Steam Packet, Seatruck Ferries and P&O Ferries. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Dublin and Douglas.

Boarding in Dublin

Before you set off on your Dublin Douglas ferry journey, here are some steps to take before boarding:

  • Presentation at the port of Dublin / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with Isle of Man Steam Packet) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Dublin ferry terminal. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Dublin - Douglas crossing / At the Dublin ferry terminal, look for the Isle of Man Steam Packet counters and present your passport and booking number. By car, the process is the same, but directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Douglas / Watch out for voice messages in the Dublin ferry terminal inviting you to board. By car, follow the instructions of Isle of Man Steam Packet staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the Dublin to Douglas ferry

On board the Isle of Man Steam Packet ship, you can choose your activities according to your preferences! Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Ferry arrival in Douglas

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Douglas:

  • Douglas Harbour is in sight / You will not be able to reach the garage until invited by the crew. There is no need to rush. It is best to wait on the outside decks to watch the ferry manoeuvre into Douglas Harbour.
  • If you are in a cabin. / If you have travelled from Dublin to Douglas in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Douglas.
  • Leave the ship and Douglas is yours / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Douglas. At last, your holiday in Douglas has begun!

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