- Must visit
National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology
Flagship archaeology museum with prehistoric gold, Viking finds, and the famous bog bodies central to Ireland’s ancient story.
Cheapest price
kr516
Average price
kr516
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Colwyn Bay to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colwyn Bay to Dublin will cost around kr516 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr516.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Colwyn Bay for Dublin on Fri, Aug 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct ferries cover the 168 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 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.


Ferries from Colwyn Bay to Dublin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at kr422 if you book in advance.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest ferry covers the 90 nautical miles (168 km) distance in 3h 15m. There are 6 sailings per week.
Distance 90 nautical miles (168 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price kr422 |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 3h 15m |
First ferry 1:15 AM |
Last ferry 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Colwyn Bay to Dublin ferries for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 PM Colwyn Bay | 3h30 | 12:45 AM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flagship archaeology museum with prehistoric gold, Viking finds, and the famous bog bodies central to Ireland’s ancient story.
National gallery with Irish and European masters, rotating exhibitions, and one of the city’s finest free cultural collections.
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Prestigious Georgian square and garden, ideal for architecture, sculpture, and a central stroll near museums and shopping streets.
Lively cultural quarter known for cobbled lanes, street performers, galleries, and nightlife, making it a classic Dublin walk.
Historic university campus with elegant squares, Book of Kells access, and one of the city’s most atmospheric pedestrian spaces.
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A traditional breakfast with sausages, rashers, eggs, black and white pudding, tomatoes, and toast. It is a staple Irish morning meal.
Mashed potatoes blended with butter and kale or cabbage. This beloved side is strongly linked to Irish family meals and seasonal cooking.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant known for polished Irish cooking, tasting menus, and an elegant Georgian setting near St Stephen's Green.
Well-known gastropub for refined Irish comfort food, seafood, and an excellent drinks list in a stylish but relaxed space.
Historic literary pub serving oysters, chowder, Guinness, and classic Irish dishes in atmospheric Victorian rooms.
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Service is not always included. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Most Colwyn Bay to Dublin ferries use the Port of Holyhead to Dublin Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Colwyn Bay and Dublin ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Dublin Port is 3 km from Dublin city centre. Public transport options include:
Dublin Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The Yacht (0.7km), The Ferryman (0.9km), Ely Bar & Grill (1km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in terminal areas.
Ticket office support is available at Dublin Port.
Available at Dublin Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dublin Port.