Ferries from the Isle of Man to Dublin are a great way to travel from the UK to Ireland.
Services on this route are operated by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company. Their ships offer fast, comfortable transportation for both foot passengers and people travelling with vehicles.
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company run a ferry from the Isle of Man’s main city, Douglas, to Dublin. Steam Packet boats make one crossing from Douglas to Dublin per week, usually on Saturdays at 19:30 in the evening. Ferries return from Dublin on Sundays at 1:00 in the morning. In the low season there are fewer crossings, to make sure to consult timetables before planning your trip.
Steam Packet services take 2 hours and 55 minutes to complete their journey to Ireland. Sometimes they take slightly longer because of weather and tidal conditions, so make sure to factor that in if you have a connection once you reach Dublin. Additionally, you must arrive 45 minutes prior to departure in order to board the ship.
Standard fares for for foot passengers on ferries from the Isle of Man to Dublin are £43 for adults. If you travel on the ferry with a small car, a ticket costs £146. You can buy ferry tickets online for a discounted rate of £18 for adult foot passengers and £63 for adult passengers with a car (subject to a £7.50 per adult and £15 per car surcharge if not booked online). You can also get a 2% discount for booking online, and special deals are offered throughout the year.