Ferry Cherbourg – Dublin
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Cherbourg – Dublin with Irish Ferries
Cherbourg – Dublin is the main direct link between Normandy and the Irish capital. Irish Ferries offers it several times a week, sometimes daily depending on the season, with a crossing that takes a night and part of the day.
On board, Irish Ferries offers cabins of several categories, restaurants, bars, shops and lounges. On the overnight crossing from Cherbourg, a cabin is the most comfortable choice.
It suits travellers heading for Ireland with their car or motorhome without crossing England. The crossing takes nearly a day: book a cabin, and enter your vehicle in the search engine to see the crossings that accept it.
Cherbourg – Dublin at a glance
- Company Irish Ferries
- Crossing time about 19 to 20 hours (one night on board)
- Sailings several sailings a week, sometimes daily 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.
Cherbourg
Cherbourg is a major port of the Cotentin, in northern Normandy. The Cité de la Mer, set in the former transatlantic liner terminal, recalls its history, and the marina is lined with restaurants. The ferry terminal is close to the centre: report at the time shown on your ticket.
Dublin
Ferries arrive at Dublin Port, a few kilometres from the centre. The Dublin Port Tunnel and the expressway lead to the M1, M50 and M7 motorways, and buses and taxis serve the city centre. Allow time for the checks on arrival.
Ferry Cherbourg – Dublin: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Cherbourg to Dublin?
About 19 to 20 hours, 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 Cherbourg and Dublin?
Irish Ferries generally offers several sailings a week, sometimes daily depending on the season. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Cherbourg to Dublin?
Irish Ferries, the Irish company Irish Ferries, is the company running this crossing in our selection.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Cherbourg and Dublin?
Yes, cars, motorhomes and motorbikes are accepted on board, subject to space. State your vehicle when searching to see the crossings that accept it.
How do I book a ferry from Cherbourg to Dublin?
The simplest way is to use the search engine at the top of the page: select Cherbourg and Dublin, add passengers and vehicle, then compare timetables before confirming.
