Dublin – Douglas

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Dublin – Douglas

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Ferry from Dublin to Douglas

Steam Packet provides the ferry from Dublin to Douglas. Dublin Douglas ferries cost between £59 and £418, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Dublin Douglas ferries.

Dublin Douglas Ferry Times

The first Dublin Douglas ferry typically departs from Dublin at around 10:45. The last ferry usually departs at 11:15.

How long is the ferry from Dublin to Douglas?

The Dublin Douglas ferry trip can take around 2 hours 55 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Dublin Douglas Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 1 weekly sailing from Dublin to Douglas provided by Steam Packet.

Dublin Douglas Ferry Prices

Dublin Douglas ferry prices typically range between £59* and £418*. The average price is typically £239*. The cheapest Dublin Douglas ferry prices start from £59*. The average price for a foot passenger is £115*. The average price for a car is £380*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

How far is it from Dublin to Douglas?

The distance between Dublin to Douglas is approximately 131.6 miles (211.8km) or 114 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Dublin Douglas ferry?

Yes, Steam Packet ferries allow cars on board ferries between Dublin and Douglas. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Dublin and Douglas.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Dublin to Douglas?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Steam Packet ferries between Dublin and Douglas.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Dublin to Douglas?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Dublin to Douglas.

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Dublin - Douglas Route summary
Departure Country Ireland
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Steam Packet
Average Price £119*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 2h 55m
First Ferry 10:45
Distance 114 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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Dublin Guide

The Irish city of Dublin is the capital of Ireland and lies in the province of Leinster on the east coast of Ireland, at the mouth of the River Liffey. Dating back to the Viking age, Dublin began to rapidly expand in the 17th century. Today, the city attracts millions of visitors every year to experience everything the city has to offer. One of Dublin's oldest monuments is the 13th century Dublin Castle which was founded after the Norman invasion. Trinity College, Dublin is also a popular visitor destination in order to see the Book of Kells which is an illustrated manuscript created by Irish monks in around 800 AD. One of the most photographed sights in Dublin is the Ha'penney Bridge which is an old iron footbridge that spans the River Liffey. This is considered to be one of Dublin's most iconic landmarks.

Dublin Port is the busiest passenger ferry port in Ireland, serving 1.5 million passengers per year to destinations in the UK and Europe. The port has three terminals and lies at the mouth of the River Liffey, which is under 3 km from the city centre.


Douglas Guide

Douglas is the Isle of Man's largest town and lies on the east coast of the island, on the edge of a two mile sweeping bay and beach. The offers visitors many things to do and see and its promenade is always a hive of activity. Popular things to do in the town include the guided Story of Mann trail which takes visitors around some of the most famous sites, beginning at the Manx Museum. For petrol heads, the TT Grandstand is always popular and is where spectators can get the best view of the start and finish line of the world famous Isle of Mann TT Race. A trip to the Great Union Camera Obscura on Douglas Head is also worth a visit.

Ferry services from Douglas, operated by The Steam Packet Company, depart to Heysham, Liverpool, Dublin and Belfast. Both conventional and fast ferries are available, although the fast ferries only operate between March and November. Facilities on board the boats include shops, cafes and bars.

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