Ferry from Cherbourg to Rosslare

When planning your trip on the Cherbourg = Rosslare ferry, you can take advantage of the fixed discounts available to specific passenger categories. Typically, infants and toddlers up to 3 years old travel for free, while children under 16 are entitled to lower ferry ticket rates.

The Cherbourg - Rosslare ferry route is served by conventional cruise ferries, such as Cotentin and Santoña, which are designed for long-distance travel. Onboard, you will find a range of modern amenities and services, such as:

• Comfortable air-conditioned lounges and spacious outer decks with sea views
• Restaurants, cafés and bars serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and meals
• Entertainment including children’s play areas with digital and physical games, a video-on-demand platform and a travel and sea exhibition
• Onboard wellness facilities, including spa, massage and beauty treatments
• Duty-free shops and kiosks selling snacks, gifts and travel essentials
• Wi-Fi hotspot with a range of data bundles to stay connected during the trip

Accessibility

The Cherbourg - Rosslare ferries are generally accessible to travellers with disabilities, featuring ramps and lifts to move between decks, adapted seating and amenities in common areas, as well as wheelchair accessible cabins with adapted amenities.

Brittany Ferries also offers boarding assistance upon request, with at least 48 hr prior notice before your journey.

Important: accessibility features vary from vessel to vessel, so it is recommended to contact the operator at the time of booking for further details.

Cabins and accommodation

Can you sleep on the ferry from Cherbourg to Rosslare?

Yes, the ferry trip from Cherbourg to Rosslare takes at least 16 hr, with departures in the afternoon or evening and arrival the next day. Brittany Ferries offers different types of accommodation, so you can sleep on board and arrive fresh. The most comfortable option is a cabin, which is ideal when travelling with family or pets. Alternatively, you can stretch out on a numbered reclining seat in a dedicated air-conditioned lounge.

Are there cabins on the ferry?

Yes, on the Cherbourg - Rosslare ferry, you can book a cabin that accommodates up to 4 passengers. On most ferries, you can choose from:

• Standard inside cabins
• Outside cabins with a sea view
• Deluxe cabins and suites with a double bed and a sea view
• Accessible cabins for passengers with disabilities
• Pet-friendly cabins

All cabins feature a desk, toiletries, and an en-suite bathroom.

Prices for cabins start at around €100, depending on the cabin type and travel dates.

Can I travel first class?

Yes, Brittany Ferries offers a first-class travel experience on the Cherbourg - Rosslare ferry route with the deluxe Commodore Suites. These premium cabins have extra space, a double bed and additional amenities and services such as a TV, Wi-Fi access, tea- and coffee-making facilities, complimentary breakfast and access to the exclusive C-Club Lounge.

Luggage

When traveling with Brittany Ferries, you can bring as many bags as you can carry on board by yourself, regardless of size or weight, at no extra cost. You can store your luggage in the baggage room, which remains closed until 20-30 min before arrival. For more details, contact the reception desk when you board the ferry.

Travelling with pets

Pets are generally welcome on the ferries from Cherbourg to Rosslare, provided you include them in your booking. During the trip, smaller pets must be kept in their carrier, while larger pets must wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash. The ferries have designated walking areas, however, pets are not allowed in standard cabins, lounges or dining areas.

Make sure you bring along your pet’s health and travel documents, including passport, microchip ID and valid rabies vaccination, as well as tickets and any pet supplies you may need for the trip.

Where do pets stay on the ferry?

When travelling with Brittany Ferries, your pet can either stay in a pet-friendly cabin, in the onboard kennels or in your vehicle. Keep in mind that only the Santoña has pet-friendly cabins.

Important: if you decide to leave your pet in your vehicle, try to leave a window slightly open for ventilation.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Cherbourg to Rosslare:

• The port in Cherbourg can get crowded, especially in the summer, so it’s best to be at the port at least 1.5-2 hr ahead of your ferry’s departure to clear check-in and passport control. If you are travelling with a vehicle, it’s recommended to be at the port 2-3 hr in advance.
• The sea can get a bit rough, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking seasickness tablets before the trip. As always, you can discuss your options with your pharmacist or doctor.
• Keep in mind that there is a time difference between France and Ireland, with Cherbourg being 1 hr ahead of Rosslare. All times on Ferryhopper are local.
• Make sure you book your tickets for your return trip on the Rosslare - Cherbourg ferry well in advance, especially if you are travelling with a vehicle or a cabin.
• For more travel options from France, you can also travel to Ireland on the Roscoff - Cork ferry.
• From Cherbourg you can also travel directly by ferry to Poole, Alderney, Portsmouth and Dublin! For more details on all routes, ticket prices and operators, check out the Cherbourg ferry schedules.

Where to take the ferry from Cherbourg to Rosslare

Ferries to Portsmouth normally set sail from the Port of Cherbourg, at the main ferry terminal (Gare Maritime Transmanche) on Quai de Normandie. The port is on the northern coast of Normandy’s Cotentin Peninsula, about 2 km from Cherbourg town centre and approximately 15 km from Cherbourg-Maupertus Airport.

At the ferry terminal you will find a brasserie-style café during ferry arrivals and departures, vending machines, an ATM, Wi-Fi, toilets, showers, tourist information and accessible facilities. There are more cafés, shops, hotels and car-rental agencies in the town centre and near the railway station.

How to get to the port of Cherbourg?

• By car: follow the N13 towards Cherbourg, then the D901 and the signs for the gare maritime or ferry port.
• By bus or shuttle: Cap Cotentin line 8 links Cherbourg railway station with the Terminal Ferry stop directly outside the passenger terminal. Outside the regular line 8 timetable, a ferry shuttle may leave the station 2 hr before departure.
• By train: Cherbourg station has connections with Caen, Rouen and Paris Saint-Lazare. From the station, it takes 10 min by taxi, 15 min by bus and up to 50 min to reach the port on foot.
• By taxi: taxis are available in Cherbourg and can take you from the town centre to the terminal in about 5 min.

Where does the ferry arrive in Rosslare?

Ferries from Bilbao typically dock at Rosslare Harbour, about 8 km from the village of Rosslare in County Wexford, on the southeastern shores of Ireland. The ferry port is about 20 km from the town of Wexford, 75 km from Waterford, and roughly 170 km from Dublin.

At the port, you will find useful traveller amenities, including ticket offices, a passenger lounge, a coffee shop, toilets, baby-changing facilities, free Wi-Fi, parking, and a drop-off area. In the village of Rosslare, you will also find pubs and restaurants, hotels, guesthouses, as well as a supermarket, bank, and a few shops.

Onward travel from the port of Rosslare

• By car: you can hop on the N25, and reach Wexford Town in about 20 min, Waterford in just under 1.5 hr and Dublin in around 2 hr 15 min.
• By train: the Rosslare Europort railway station is about a 10-min walk from the ferry terminal with connections to many Irish towns and cities.
• By bus: the bus terminal is just outside the port, with the TFI Local Link route 387 connecting Rosslare Europort with Wexford several times a day.
• By taxi: taxis are available to and from the port, usually outside the terminal building.
• From the airport: the nearest airport is Dublin Airport, roughly 180 km away, with the drive taking around 2 hr. Public transport options normally involve a bus or rail connection via Wexford.