Irish Ferries crossings
Scotland-Ireland Cruise our unbeatable Irish Sea crossings between Larne and Troon or Cairnryan.
No one does it better or faster. It's the shortest, fastest way - to be sure.
England-Ireland Heart to heart on our fabulous service between the Heart of Dublin and Liverpool in the Heart of England. Cruise across by day or by night, enjoy a tasty free meal and you'll soon be driving through beautiful countryside, relaxed and refreshed! Ireland-Continent If you are travelling from Ireland to the Continent you'll be on your way toute de suite. |
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The History of Irish Ferries
The company was formed in 1973 as a joint venture between Irish Shipping Limited,Fearnley & Eger and Swedish company Lion Ferry. Originally called Irish Continental Line, it first operated on the Rosslare - Le Havre with the St. Patrick. When Irish Shipping went into liquidation in 1984, ICL was sold off in a management buyout and took on its current name.
In 1992, Irish Ferries took over the British and Irish Steampacket Company Limited, a nationalised company which traded under the name B & I Line and operated ferry services between Dublin - Holyhead as well as Dublin - Liverpool.
Irish Ferries is Ireland's leading ferry company operating ferry services between Ireland, the UK and France.
Over the last few years, Irish Ferries has invested over €500 million in new fleet and port facilities.
They now have the most modern fleet in Europe including Ulysses - the World's Largest Car Ferry and the Dublin Swift fast ferry.
Irish Ferries new cruise ferry ‘Oscar Wilde’ entered service between Rosslare and Cherbourg in 2007. The ‘Oscar Wilde’ brings new standards of comfort and luxury to Irish Ferries long established service between Ireland and France.
All Irish Ferries vessels have a variety of quality restaurants, cafes and bars including entertainment zones and TV lounges. In addition, on the cruise ferry Ulysses the Volta Picture Theatre houses two cinemas showing current releases.
Irish Ferries Fleet
Dublin to Holyhead
The “Jonathan Swift” is our Fast Ferry on the Irish Sea route. Travelling at a speed of 39 knots your arrival time to Holyhead or Dublin is as quick as 1 hour 49 mins!
Ireland to France
The Oscar Wilde is the most luxurious ship to sail between Rosslare and France and with bright airy cabins, stylish lounges, a wide choice of entertainment and dining options, brings new levels of comfort to our overnight service. From the moment you walk on board you will appreciate the luxury of this vessel and will be impressed with what the ship has to offer.
Dublin to Holyhead
Once you arrive on Ulysses, you are onboard the largest car ferry in the world! The scale of this ship is truly impressive. There is so much to do from a walking tour of the ship to dining in style.
Rosslare to Pembroke
If you want to travel in style you won’t be disappointed with the Isle of Inishmore. It is one of Europe’s largest, well equipped, most modern car ferries and on board you’ll discover a wide range of environments in which to relax and enjoy yourself including the Club Class lounge, on Deck 11.
Dogs travel free with Irish Ferries!
Irish Ferries offer Dog friendly travel onboard all of their ferries to Ireland. Unlike the rest of Europe, Ireland does not require a "pet passport" or special jabs that have to arranged months in advance. So, enjoy a true family holiday together. |
