How much is the Holyhead to Dublin ferry? Typical fares for foot passengers, cars, motorhomes and cabins, plus how to find the cheapest sailing.
Fares checked: November 2026. On a quiet sailing, a foot passenger can cross from Holyhead to Dublin for about £25 to £35 one way, and two adults with a car from about £150. Peak dates cost far more: across bookings made on comparison sites, the average car booking comes to around £390. Prices are dynamic, so the figures below are a guide. Search your date in the booking box for live fares.
Typical Holyhead to Dublin Ferry Prices
| Ticket (one way) | From, on quiet sailings | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Foot passenger, 1 adult | About £25 to £35 | Lowest on night and midweek sailings |
| 2 adults with a car | About £150 | Average car booking is around £390 |
| 2 adults, 2 children and a car | About £160 | School holidays push this up sharply |
| Motorhome | About £110 | Usually £235 to £555 depending on size and date |
| Caravan or trailer | About £175 extra | Priced by length |
| Motorbike | From about £76 to £85 one way | Bike and rider together. Stena’s 2026 fares start at £85 |
| Cabin | About £50 to £125 extra | Standard, sea-view, family, accessible and pet-friendly |
| Lounge seat | From £22 per person | Stena Plus lounge from £22 (no children under 8); Irish Ferries Club Class priced per sailing |
Children under 4 usually travel free, and children under 16 pay less than adults. Fares from Dublin to Holyhead are much the same as the other way. For sailings from Ireland, Stena Line advertises car and driver fares from €179 single on its Economy fare.
What Changes the Price
- Date: Fridays, Sundays, bank holidays, school holidays and the run-up to Christmas cost the most.
- Time of day: night sailings are usually cheaper than daytime ones.
- Vehicle size: long or tall vehicles, roof boxes and bike racks move you into a higher fare band. Measure before you book.
- Fare type: Economy fares are cheapest but strict on changes. Flexi fares cost more but let you amend.
- How early you book: fares rise as sailings fill, so the last week before a busy date is usually the most expensive.
- Extras: cabins, lounges and pets all add to the total.
How to Find the Cheapest Ferry
- Compare both operators for the same day. Irish Ferries and Stena Line often differ by a lot on the same date.
- Try the night sailings first: 01:30 and 04:00 from Holyhead, or 01:15 and 04:30 from Dublin.
- Travel midweek rather than Friday or Sunday.
- Book an Economy fare if your plans are fixed.
- Go as a foot passenger if you do not need a car in Ireland. Holyhead station is next to the terminal.
- Watch for sales such as our Black Friday ferry deals.
Holyhead to Dublin Ferry Prices FAQ
How much is the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin?
From about £25 to £35 one way for a foot passenger on a quiet sailing. A car with two adults starts at about £150, and peak-time car fares often run to £300 or more.
How much is it to take a car on the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin?
Car fares start at about £150 for a car and two adults off-peak. The price depends mostly on the date, the time of the sailing and the length and height of your vehicle.
What is the cheapest ferry from Holyhead to Dublin?
Usually a midweek night sailing booked on an Economy fare. Check both Irish Ferries and Stena Line for your date, because the cheaper operator changes from day to day.
Is it cheaper to book a return?
Not always. Fares are priced per sailing, so compare a return with two singles, which also lets you mix operators.