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Irish National Heritage Park
Irish National Heritage Park explores 9,000 years of Irish history with reconstructed dwellings, trails and hands-on interpretation.
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
18 h
Average duration
18 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rosslare is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rosslare will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £101.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Cherbourg-en-Cotentin for Rosslare every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 29 Aug the direct ferries cover the 444 km distance in an average of 18 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 18 h .
The slowest ferries will take 18 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 18h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 13:30 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 18h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 13:01 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 15h59 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 18h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Brittany Ferries | Departure Time 12:01 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 17h59 | Sailing Days Mon |
The table below shows live departures for Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rosslare ferries for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:30 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | 20h00 | 13:30 Rosslare | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rosslare run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 12m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £79 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 11:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 239 nautical miles (444 km) distance in 15h 59m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rosslare are available to foot passengers.


Distance 239 nautical miles (444 km) |
Average sailing duration 18h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 15h 59m |
First ferry 11:00 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Fresh mussels steamed with white wine, cream or garlic. Wexford’s coastal waters make shellfish a natural local choice around Rosslare.
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Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10% is fine for good service if not already included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rosslare by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rosslare, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cherbourg-en-Cotentin to Rosslare ferries use the Port of Cherbourg to Rosslare Harbour port pair. Use this guide to compare Cherbourg-en-Cotentin and Rosslare ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Cherbourg is 1 km from Cherbourg-en-Cotentin city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Cherbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Le Vauban (0.3km), Le Quai des Mers (0.5km), Le Melting-Pot (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Cherbourg.
Available at Port of Cherbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Cherbourg.
Rosslare Harbour is 4 km from Rosslare city centre. Public transport options include:
Rosslare Harbour has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The Dock Boutique Cafe (0.3km), The Kilrane Inn (0.9km), Culleton's of Kilrane (1km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Rosslare Harbour.
Available at Rosslare Harbour: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rosslare Harbour.
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