British Sea Crossing

British Sea Crossing

Need to get from Ireland to England? Take the ferry!

No matter your comings or goings, there’s a great way to travel the sea between Ireland and England: by ferry. And, with the BritRail Irish Sea Crossing, you’ll “see all there is to sea” in comfort and convenience when traveling from Ireland to Britain or vice versa. The BritRail Irish Sea Crossing provides your choice of three Ireland to England ferry routes. All are quick and wallet-friendly. Choose the England-Ireland ferry departure location and time that works best for you. And, then sit back and enjoy a relaxing ferry ride. You can take the time to map-out your next adventure. Or simply savor the still-vivid memories of Ireland’s magical scenery or England’s cathedral cities. Better yet, enjoy a bite or a brew in the on-board lounge with your fellow travelers—and spin some ferry tales all your own.

More Details:

    • One-way sea crossing on one of the following three routes offered by Stena Lines:
      • Stanraer and Belfast.
      • Holyhead and Dun Laoghaire.
      • Fishguard and Rosslare.
    • Each ship features at least one restaurant, bar, and lounge area.
    • Second-class service delivers leisurely travel accommodations that are both comfortable and economical.

Pricing

Please Note: Children under 4 are free. Pass must be exchanged within 6 months of the date of purchase. Service is not offered on December 25 and 26. Prices are subject to change.

Conditions:

    • Must be exchanged within 6 months of purchase.
    • Service is not offered on December 25 and 26.
    • All schedules listed below are subject to change. It is recommended that all times and routes are verified locally.

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Schedules

 Stranraer to Belfast: crossing time - Stena HSS 1 hour 45 minutes

  • Stranraer - Belfast
  • 12:30am - 2:15am
  • 4:55am - 6:40am
  • 9:55am - 11:40am
  • 2:50pm - 4:35pm
  • 7:50pm - 9:35pm
  • Belfast - Stranraer
  • 2:50am - 4:35am
  • 7:35am - 9:20am
  • 12:20pm - 2:05pm
  • 5:20pm - 7:05pm
  • 10:10pm - 11:55pm

Holyhead - Dun Laoghaire: crossing time - Stena HSS 1 hour 39 minutes

  • Holyhead - Dun Laoghaire
  • 8:55am - 10:35am
  • 3:30pm - 5:10pm
  • Dun Laoghaire - Holyhead
  • 11:10am - 12:50am
  • 6:00pm - 7:40pm

Fishguard - Rosslare by ship: crossing time - 3 hours 30 minutes

  • Fishguard - Rosslare
  • 2:45am - 6:15am
  • 2:30pm - 6:00pm
  • Rosslare - Fishguard
  • 9:00am - 12:30pm
  • 9:15pm - 12:45am

Fishguard - Rosslare by LYNX catamaran: crossing time - 2 hours.  Service is not offered during the winter
  • Fishguard - Rosslare
  • 11:30am - 1:30pm
  • 6:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Rosslare - Fishguard
  • 8:00am - 10:00am
  • 3:00pm - 5:00pm