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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dublin to Chester
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dublin to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Chester will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £29.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Dublin for Chester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 16 Dec the direct ferries cover the 224 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 30 m 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.
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Dublin to Chester
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 120 nautical miles (224 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dublin to Chester ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Chester ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 Dublin | 3h30 | 16:15 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:55 Dublin | 3h25 | 23:20 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Dublin | 3h25 | 01:00 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Dublin to Chester
Ireland
United Kingdom
Ferries from Dublin to Chester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
There are 7 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest ferry covers the 120 nautical miles (224 km) distance in 3h 25m. There are 36 sailings per week. Ferries from Dublin to Chester are available to foot passengers.
Distance 120 nautical miles (224 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Ferries per day 7 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 36 |
Fastest ferry 3h 25m |
First ferry 01:15 |
Last ferry 22:35 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line, Irish Ferries from Dublin to ChesterYou can travel by ferry between Dublin to Chester with Stena Line, Irish Ferries for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Irish Ferries
Stena Line
FAQs: Dublin to Chester ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Dublin and Chester
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- The Yacht (0.7km)
- The Ferryman (0.9km)
- Ely Bar & Grill (1km)
- Book in advance with FreeNow.
- Free
- Bus lines 53, 151, Stop: Dublin Port
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