Ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg
Overview
Ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg: Haqqi Tours books ferry tickets from Dublin to Cherbourg, checks the sailings and the cost for your travel date and confirms everything in the WhatsApp chat. The ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg takes about 18 hours with Irish Ferries on W.B. Yeats cruise ferry with cabins, restaurants and a cinema (about 18 hours), 2-4 sailings a week, depending on the season, leaving from Dublin Port (Terminal 1) and arriving at Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France). Below we explain how much the Dublin to Cherbourg ferry costs and what moves the fare, how to find the cheapest ferry ticket, how to book, what to expect at both ports and on board, how to take a car - then you send the form and we message you with the price.
Highlights
- Ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg in about 18 hours - W.B. Yeats cruise ferry with cabins, restaurants and a cinema (about 18 hours)
- Operated by Irish Ferries
- Departs Dublin Port (Terminal 1), arrives Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France)
- 2-4 sailings a week, depending on the season - we find the sailing that fits your day
- Cheapest ferry ticket from Dublin to Cherbourg: every fare and operator checked for your date
- Cars, motorbikes and bicycles carried - let us know the vehicle and we book the space
- Complete the form - we message you through WhatsApp with sailings and the price, you confirm, the e-ticket is issued
- Haqqi Tours also provides transfers to the port and tours at both ends of the Dublin to Cherbourg crossing
Full Description
Ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg at a glance
Everything travellers ask about the ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg in one place. Irish Ferries sail the route on W.B. Yeats cruise ferry with cabins, restaurants and a cinema (about 18 hours), with a crossing time of about 18 hours, 2-4 sailings a week, depending on the season. Boats leave from Dublin Port (Terminal 1) and arrive at Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France). Haqqi Tours provides the ticket with or without a vehicle, and confirms the sailing, the seats and the cost on WhatsApp before any payment.
- Route: Dublin to Cherbourg (about 900 km by sea)
- Operator: Irish Ferries
- Crossing time: about 18 hours
- Vessels: W.B. Yeats cruise ferry with cabins, restaurants and a cinema (about 18 hours)
- Frequency: 2-4 sailings a week, depending on the season
- Departure port: Dublin Port (Terminal 1)
- Arrival port: Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France)
- Vehicles: cars and motorbikes carried on the car ferries
- Booking: form on this page, confirmation in the WhatsApp chat, e-ticket by message
Cherbourg is the direct sea link between Ireland and France, sailing overnight with cabins, and it is a good way to start a road trip through Normandy and Brittany; Paris is about three hours by train from Cherbourg.
Things to do in Cherbourg after the ferry
Cherbourg is the Normandy port town facing the Channel, the arrival point of the ferry from Dublin. Start with the Normandy landing beaches, Mont-Saint-Michel and Bayeux, then the Cité de la Mer.
We offer tours and transfers in Cherbourg as well as the ferry ticket - one conversation, one plan for the whole trip.
Best time to take the ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg
Every season has its case for Cherbourg. On the water, the season shows in sea conditions and availability more than in comfort: book early for summer, Easter and holiday weekends between Dublin and Cherbourg, and choose morning sailings when the wind is forecast.
Ferry or flight from Dublin to Cherbourg?
Weighing a flight against the ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg? Add the airport time at both ends and the transfer from the arrival airport, and the ferry is frequently as fast door to door - about 18 hours at sea and generally cheaper, with no baggage fees. With a car there is no contest. We book whichever suits you.
Return ferry from Cherbourg to Dublin
We book the return crossing from Cherbourg to Dublin just as easily, normally on the same confirmation. Round-trip fares and open returns are cheaper on many operators, so booking both directions together saves money. Tell us the day you want to come back on the form and we send both directions with the cost.
How much does the ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg cost?
The cost of the ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg depends on the ferry company, the type of vessel, the date, whether you travel as a foot passenger or with a car, and the seat or cabin you choose. A conventional ferry is cheaper than a high-speed one; a summer Saturday costs more than a weekday in May; a car adds a vehicle fare; a cabin on an overnight sailing adds more. That is why Haqqi Tours does not print a price: we verify the live fares for your exact date and send the real cost through WhatsApp, with the options side by side.
Ask us for two or three sailings and we send the cost of each - fast boat and slow boat, morning and afternoon - so you can see the difference before you book the Dublin to Cherbourg ferry.
Cheapest ferry ticket from Dublin to Cherbourg: how to pay less
Getting the lowest fare on the ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg is a matter of vessel, timing and flexibility. Here is how Haqqi Tours finds you a cheap ferry ticket:
- Price the crossing with and without the car - for two people a rental at the other end is sometimes cheaper
- Book the return with the outbound - open returns and round-trip fares are cheaper on many operators
- Ask about children's, student and resident fares, and about vehicle offers outside high season
- Choose the conventional ferry over the high-speed boat when time allows - it is cheaper, steadier and often more scenic
- Book early for July, August, Easter and holiday weekends, when sailings sell out and fares rise
- Travel on a weekday - Friday and Sunday sailings carry the highest fares
We answer "what is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Cherbourg by ferry?" many times a day; the answer for the date you travel comes back by WhatsApp with the booking ready to confirm.
How to book ferry tickets from Dublin to Cherbourg with Haqqi Tours
The easiest way to book a ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg is to let a person do it. The form asks for the essentials; the details - a car and its length, a cabin, a pushchair, a pet, a connection on arrival - you let us know on WhatsApp when we message you to confirm. We provide the ticket, explain check-in at Dublin Port (Terminal 1) and stay reachable during the crossing.
- Step 1 - send the form: date, one-way or return, adults and children
- Step 2 - we message you in the WhatsApp chat with the sailings, vessels, seats or cabins and the cost
- Step 3 - you confirm the sailing you prefer and we arrange payment in the same chat
- Step 4 - we issue the e-ticket and send it; we stay in touch until you land in Cherbourg
Haqqi Tours also provides what happens around the ferry: a private transfer from your accommodation to Dublin Port (Terminal 1) with the bags, a driver waiting at Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France), and tours in Cherbourg. Mention it through WhatsApp and it goes on the same confirmation.
Timetable and season of the Dublin to Cherbourg ferry
The Dublin to Cherbourg ferry timetable is seasonal: high summer brings the fullest schedule and the earliest sell-outs; spring and autumn have fewer boats and better fares; winter runs a reduced service on many crossings. The crossing itself takes about 18 hours. Tell us the day and we send the sailings, and we flag the ones most exposed to a cancellation in bad weather.
Sea conditions matter on this route: strong winds can delay or cancel high-speed boats while the conventional ferries keep sailing. When the forecast is poor we tell you and, if you prefer, book the steadier vessel.
Departure: Dublin Port (Terminal 1)
Your crossing starts at Dublin Port (Terminal 1). Large ports have several gates and the boarding gate is announced on the boards and on the ticket; we send the gate and the check-in time with your confirmation. Frequent express coaches and city buses reach the centre in about 30 to 45 minutes and suit a city-centre hotel with light luggage; there is no rail link at the airport, so a private car is simpler for families, big bags, late arrivals and destinations such as Howth, Malahide, Wicklow or Belfast.
- Cafés, kiosks and waiting halls at Dublin Port (Terminal 1); some fast boats board only minutes before sailing
- Haqqi Tours can provide a private transfer from your hotel in Dublin to the port on request
- Just ask which gate or terminal your sailing uses - big ports have several
- Foot passengers: at the port 45-60 minutes before departure; vehicles 60-90 minutes
Arrival: Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France)
You step off at Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France). Taxis and buses meet the boats. If you would rather not think about it, we book a driver to meet the ferry and take you to the door of your hotel.
Many passengers continue from Cherbourg to another island or city. We provide those tickets too, so one WhatsApp conversation covers the whole itinerary.
On board the Dublin to Cherbourg ferry: seats, cabins, cars and luggage
The ship makes the difference on this route: the conventional ferry has more space, open decks and a steadier ride; the high-speed boat has airline seating and gets you there faster. Both types on this route carry vehicles on some sailings; we tell you which. Children have their own fares, luggage travels free within limits, and pets are accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels.
- Pets accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels - let us know if one is travelling
- Seats: economy, airline-style, lounge and business on the fast boats; deck seats on the slow ferries
- Cabins with beds and showers on overnight sailings - two to four berths
- Café, bar or restaurant on most vessels; open decks on the conventional ferries
Why book your Dublin to Cherbourg ferry ticket with Haqqi Tours
Haqqi Tours is a licensed tour operator that books ferry tickets from Dublin to Cherbourg week in, week out. We provide the ticket for every passenger and vehicle, the seats or cabin you want, the cheapest fare for your travel date, and a human by WhatsApp in Arabic and English before, during and after the crossing. Around the ferry, we offer transfers to the port, tours and hotels at both ends. Complete the form; we message you with sailings and the price; you decide.
On board
- Children's fares by age band; infants generally free
- Pets accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels
- Tickets scanned at the gate or on board; keep ID or passport handy on international crossings
- Seats: economy and lounge or business on the fast boats; deck and lounge seats on conventional ferries
- Cabins with beds and showers on overnight sailings
Before you travel
- Waiting halls, cafés and kiosks at both ports for early arrivals
- Assistance for reduced-mobility passengers on request - let us know when booking
- Departure from Dublin Port (Terminal 1) - gate and check-in time sent with the ticket
- Arrival at Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France) - taxis, buses and our drivers at the pier
Good to know
- Give us the car's length and height - vehicle fares depend on them
- Keep passports handy on international crossings - checks are done at the port
- Morning sailings are the calmest and the most reliable in windy weather
- Book the return with the outbound for round-trip and open-return fares
- Book the Dublin to Cherbourg ferry early for summer and holiday weekends
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How long is the ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg?
About 18 hours on the fastest vessels; the conventional ferries take longer where both run. We send the exact times for the sailing you choose.
Can I choose a seat or a cabin?
Yes, wherever the ship has classes - airline-style, lounge or business seats on the fast boats, cabins on overnight sailings. Say what you prefer and we send the cost of each.
Where does the ferry arrive in Cherbourg?
At Cherbourg ferry terminal, Normandy (France). Taxis and buses meet the boats, and Haqqi Tours can have a driver waiting at the pier.
How early should I be at Dublin Port (Terminal 1)?
Foot passengers 45 to 60 minutes before sailing, vehicles 60 to 90, earlier on international routes. Some fast boats board ten minutes before departure and do not wait, so we send the exact cut-off with the ticket.
How often does the ferry from Dublin to Cherbourg run?
2-4 sailings a week, depending on the season, with more sailings in summer. We send the timetable for the date you travel.
Is it better to take the ferry or fly from Dublin to Cherbourg?
For most people the ferry: it docks in the town, carries all the luggage and the car, and typically costs less door to door. We book flights too and say which is better for your dates.
Is there a luggage limit on the ferry?
Luggage is not weighed on most ferries and is carried free within the ferry company's limits; the fast passenger boats sometimes limit the number of bags. We tell you what applies to your sailing.
Can I change or cancel my ferry ticket?
It depends on the company and the fare; most tickets can be changed for a fee, the cheapest cannot. We spell out the conditions before you confirm and handle any change for you afterwards.
Do children need a ferry ticket?
Children have their own fare bands; infants generally travel free. Give the ages on the form and we apply the right fares.
What is the cheapest ferry ticket from Dublin to Cherbourg?
Normally a deck or standard seat on the conventional ferry, booked early on a weekday outside the peak weeks. Give us flexible dates and we search the cheapest Dublin to Cherbourg sailing across all of them.
Is the crossing rough?
Typically calm. In windy weeks the fast catamarans pitch more than the large ferries, and morning sailings tend to be the smoothest. Tell us if you suffer from seasickness and we choose the steadier vessel.
Which port does the ferry leave from?
From Dublin Port (Terminal 1). We send the gate and the check-in time with the ticket, and can provide a transfer from your hotel to the port.
Do I need a passport for this ferry?
Carry it; on international crossings passports are checked at the port, and an ID is required on many domestic sailings too. We tell you exactly what applies when we finalise.
