Port information

Two coastlines.
One direct link.

Everything you need to know about the terminals at each end of this crossing — facilities, directions, check-in and onward connections.

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The terminals

Your port at each end.

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Rosslare Europort

County Wexford, Ireland

Restaurant, waterfront bar, waiting area, shops

Children's play area, baby changing, bureau de change

Car hire, Department of Agriculture on site

Arrive 45 min before departure (90 min with pets)

Full Rosslare guide →
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~342 nm
Celtic Sea
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Cherbourg

Normandy, France

Tourist information, fast food, baby changing

Free shuttle service to terminal

Train to city centre (~5 min), linked to N13 AutoRoute

Onward rail-ferry (Ferroutage) to Bayonne & Spain

Full Cherbourg guide →
~342 nm
Distance
Direct across the Celtic Sea — no UK landbridge
~18 hrs
Crossing time
Overnight sailing — board in the evening, arrive by morning
45 min
Check-in before sailing
90 minutes if you're travelling with pets
7
Sailings per week
Daily departures, year-round, both directions

Before you board

Check-in essentials.

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Arrival times

Arrive at the terminal at least 45 minutes before your scheduled departure. If you're travelling with pets, allow 90 minutes. Freight check-in closes 2 hours before sailing.

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What to bring

Have your booking confirmation, valid photo ID (passport for international travel), and vehicle registration to hand. Pet owners will need an up-to-date pet passport.

Ready to go?

Find your crossing.

Daily overnight sailings between Rosslare and Cherbourg. Cars, campervans, freight and foot passengers — all welcome.

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