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How to get from Liverpool to Dublin by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Liverpool to Dublin can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Liverpool to Dublin 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, P&O Ferries or Seatruck Ferries. This way you can find the best deal on a Liverpool Dublin ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries 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 Liverpool to Dublin simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Liverpool to Dublin Ferry Information

Port of departure
Liverpool
United Kingdom
England
Port of Arrival
Dublin
Ireland
Distance
136 mi
Ferry Companies
Isle of Man Steam Packet, P&O Ferries, Seatruck Ferries
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Ferry Liverpool Dublin: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Liverpool to Dublin, you'll find tickets range from £129 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £267 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Liverpool to Dublin route is £157. The average ferry crossing time from Liverpool to Dublin is 7 hours 30 min. The slowest ferries will take 7 hours 30 min to reach Dublin, while the fastest boats will arrive in Dublin in 7 hours 30 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Liverpool at 09:30. The last boat to Dublin leaves the port of Liverpool at 21:00.

Average price of a Liverpool to Dublin ferry crossing
£157
Price range of ferries Liverpool Dublin (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£129 - £267
Average crossing time Liverpool Dublin
7 hours 30 min
Departure time of first ferry to Dublin
09:30
Time last ferry leaves for Dublin
21:00
Arrival time of first ferry to Dublin
04:30
Arrival time of last ferry to Dublin
17:00

Why travel by ferry from Liverpool to Dublin?

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

Not to be bored on board... unlike the plane
Generally speaking, to get to Dublin or anywhere else, the plane is the fastest way. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. On the other hand, during the Liverpool Dublin crossing on the P&O Ferries or Seatruck Ferries ferry, you have total freedom in your activities, to eat, walk, entertain or rest. A flight will never provide you with so many services during the trip.
To finally take the time to travel
Everything in our society has to go fast. Sailing at less than 40km/h on board a Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries ferry for the 136 mi between Liverpool and Dublin will be a relaxing stop. All ships are equipped with lounges, restaurants, promenade decks, and sometimes much more... It is not impossible that you will feel that you have arrived in Dublin too quickly, as the experience is so pleasant!
So you don't have to worry about the amount of luggage
With the train, bus or plane, an excess of one free piece of luggage is often applied and each additional piece of luggage generates an additional cost. On the Liverpool Dublin ferry, you can take as much luggage as you like, within the capacity of your vehicle. If you are travelling as a pedestrian, the conditions may be more restrictive as you will need to carry your luggage with you until you arrive in Dublin. However, it is advisable to ask the crew of Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries, as luggage lockers are often provided for passengers to store their luggage during the crossing.

Which companies operate between Liverpool and Dublin?

If you want to travel between Liverpool and Dublin by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries 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.

Seatruck Ferries Liverpool Dublin
Seatruck Ferries
Seatruck Ferries operates ferry services to United Kingdom and Ireland, including ferry services between the ports of Liverpool and Dublin. On Vivanoda, you can compare Liverpool-Dublin fares and book a Seatruck Ferries ticket between Liverpool and Dublin. More information about Seatruck Ferries
P&O Ferries Liverpool Dublin
P&O Ferries
P&O Ferries is an English company based in Dover. It is listed on Vivanoda which is a comparator allowing you to find a cheap P&O Ferries Liverpool Dublin crossing. On Vivanoda, you can compare Liverpool-Dublin fares and book a P&O Ferries ticket between Liverpool and Dublin. More information about P&O Ferries

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

Port of departure in Liverpool

Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries ferries depart for Dublin from the following ports in Liverpool:

Liverpool Isle of Man and Dublin Terminal
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Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
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Port of arrival in Dublin

P&O Ferries or Seatruck Ferries ships arrive in Dublin from the following ports:

Dublin P&O Ferries Terminal 3
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Dublin Ferries Terminal 1
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

There are 2 ferry companies operating between Liverpool and Dublin: Seatruck Ferries and P&O Ferries.

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

Before booking, compare the prices of Isle of Man Steam Packet, P&O Ferries, Seatruck 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 Liverpool Dublin 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 Liverpool and Dublin, you will travel 136 mi.

To go by boat from Liverpool to Dublin, you can find prices ranging from £129 for the lowest, to £267 for the highest. The average price we observed was £157.

The first ferry leaves Liverpool at 09:30 for Dublin.

The last ferry to Dublin usually departs from Liverpool at 21:00.

Your Liverpool to Dublin ferry experience

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Liverpool to Dublin crossing will be like, especially if you're not familiar with this mode of transport. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a Isle of Man Steam Packet, P&O Ferries or Seatruck Ferries ferry cruise, here we explain the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Liverpool to disembarking in Dublin. You will also find practical information about Liverpool and Dublin.

Departure from Liverpool by ferry

Before your Liverpool Dublin ferry journey begins, here are the few steps to embark:

  • Presentation at the port of Liverpool / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Liverpool ferry terminal. After this time, the company may refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Liverpool Dublin crossing / Go to the P&O Ferries or Seatruck Ferries desk at Liverpool ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your booking number. If you have a car, you can check in from the vehicle queue.
  • Boarding the ferry to Dublin / From the Liverpool ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. In your vehicle, Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries staff will proceed with boarding line by line. Wait patiently for your turn.

On board the ship between Liverpool and Dublin

On the Seatruck Ferries or P&O Ferries ship, everyone has their own travel philosophy. Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Dublin is in sight, disembarkation imminent!

Finally you will find some information for the arrival of the ferry in Dublin:

  • Approaching Dublin Harbour / Access to the garage to retrieve your vehicle will not be allowed by the crew until the boat is moored. There is no point in rushing. If you want to wait, we recommend that you watch the entry into Dublin Harbour from the outer decks.
  • If you are in a cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Dublin Harbour.
  • Leaving the ship and exploring Dublin / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Dublin. Finally, your stay in Dublin begins in earnest!

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