Ferry Rosslare – Cherbourg

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Map of the ferry route Rosslare - Cherbourg
The crossing

Rosslare – Cherbourg with Brittany Ferries

Rosslare – Cherbourg takes you back to Normandy after a night at sea. Brittany Ferries offers up to three sailings a week depending on the season: check the dates open in the search engine.

The cruise ferries have restaurants, cafés, shops and outdoor decks; passengers with a vehicle leave it in the garage for the whole crossing.

In Cherbourg, the ferry terminal is a few minutes from the town centre: arrive with a margin and keep your papers to hand.

Practical information

Rosslare – Cherbourg at a glance

  • Company Brittany Ferries
  • Crossing time about 15 h 30 to 18 h 30 (one night on board)
  • Sailings up to three sailings a week, depending on the season
  • Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
  • On board cabins, restaurants, lounges

Indicative information collected in November 2026. Timetables, ships and check-in instructions may change: check them in the search engine and on your ticket before you travel.

Departing from

Rosslare

Rosslare Europort is the port of County Wexford, in south-east Ireland, specialising in links with France and Wales. Wexford town, its Viking heritage and its sandy beaches are a few kilometres away. Report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket.

Arriving in

Cherbourg

In Cherbourg, ferries from Ireland dock at the ferry terminal, a few minutes from the town centre. The railway station is close, and the roads to Caen, Rennes and Paris start at the edge of town. Allow time for the checks on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Ferry Rosslare – Cherbourg: your questions

How long is the ferry crossing from Rosslare to Cherbourg?

About 15 h 30 to 18 h 30, with a night on board. The exact time depends on the ship, the weather and the timetable chosen: it is shown in the search engine on this page.

How many sailings are there between Rosslare and Cherbourg?

Brittany Ferries generally offers up to three sailings a week, depending on the season. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.

Which company sails from Rosslare to Cherbourg?

Brittany Ferries, the French company Brittany Ferries, is the company running this crossing in our selection.

Can I travel with my vehicle between Rosslare and Cherbourg?

Yes, the ferry’s garage takes cars, motorhomes and two-wheelers. Give the size of your vehicle when you book.

How do I book a ferry from Rosslare to Cherbourg?

Choose your dates in the search engine on this page, compare the available crossings and confirm your ticket online. The fare depends on the date, the accommodation on board, any vehicle and the number of passengers.