Daily year-round · Celtic Sea crossing

Ireland to France.
Direct. Daily.

No landbridge, no detours — just open sea. Sail overnight, arrive in Cherbourg refreshed and ready to drive.

~18 hours crossing Cabins available Cars, campervans & freight Pets welcome 7 sailings per week

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ℹ️ Children 0–3 travel free. Children 4–15 receive a 50% discount. Always book a cabin for overnight crossings — they fill fast.
~18 hrs
Crossing time
Sleep your way across the Celtic Sea — fastest c. 16 hours
7
Sailings per week
Daily departures, year-round, both directions
from €42
Per person
Book in advance for best availability and rates
342 nm
Open sea
Ireland to France — no UK landbridge, no complications

On board

18 hours well spent.

A long crossing isn't a drawback — it's an opportunity. Sleep in a proper cabin, eat well, have a drink. The Atlantic does the rest.

Minimalist ferry cabin interior with porthole showing the night sea

Book a cabin.

En-suite bathroom, a proper bed, and the Atlantic rocking you to sleep. No alarm required — we'll be in Cherbourg by morning. DUX luxury beds on the Cotentin.

Minimalist ferry restaurant with porthole window, wine glasses and candlelight

Good food. A cold pint.

Restaurant, bar, self-service café — whatever the evening calls for. The Galicia has a tapas restaurant. Open for the full crossing.

Dog silhouette on ferry deck at night with crescent moon

Bringing your dog?

They're welcome on board. Book a kennel when you check out, and make sure your pet passport is up to date. Simple as that. Arrive at check-in 90 minutes early.

Who travels this route

All aboard — everyone welcome.

Car driving along coastal road to ferry

The Irish Explorer

Holiday-maker driving through Europe

Irish families or couples bringing their car aboard for a road trip through France, Spain, or further. Direct to Europe — no UK stops.

FreedomRoad tripNo hassle
Wine glass and French chateau silhouette

The French Weekender

French traveller discovering Ireland

French, Belgian, or Dutch visitors heading to Wexford and beyond. Attracted by Irish landscapes, friendliness, and culture.

AuthenticityScenicCulture
Campervan on open road with rolling hills

The Campervan Crew

Freedom travellers, home on wheels

The direct route avoids motorway tolls and UK complications. Clear vehicle dimension guidance — campervans, motorhomes, caravans.

Slow travelOff-gridOpen road
Freight truck at ferry port with crane

The Irish Haulier

Keeping Irish trade moving

Daily departures, reliable schedules, and direct access to continental Europe. No landbridge. Freight check-in closes 2 hours before departure.

ReliabilityDirectSchedule

The ports

Two coastlines. One direct link.

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Rosslare Europort

County Wexford, Ireland

Restaurant, waterfront bar, waiting area, shops

Children's play area, baby changing, bureau de change

Car hire, Department of Agriculture on site

Arrive 45 min before departure (90 min with pets)

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~342 nm
Celtic Sea
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Cherbourg

Normandy, France

Tourist information, fast food, baby changing

Free shuttle service to terminal

Train to city centre (~5 min), linked to N13 AutoRoute

Onward rail-ferry (Ferroutage) to Bayonne & Spain

Freight & haulage

Keep your cargo moving — direct.

Daily departures, no landbridge, and a route built around the needs of Irish hauliers. Trade flows. Schedules hold. Freight check-in closes 2 hours before departure.

Freight booking guide → Call Ireland: 021 427 7801