The cheapest and fastest ferries from Dublin to Bangor
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Dublin to Bangor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Bangor will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Dublin for Bangor on Wed, Jan 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct ferries cover the 141 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 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 train and ferry for Dublin to Bangor
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Bangor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, and a ferry costs an average of €32.
Distance: 76 nautical miles (141 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train |
|---|---|
€33 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
4h 34m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Dublin to Bangor Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Irish Ferries | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Live departures
Dublin to Bangor ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Bangor ferries for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Irish Ferries | 7:30 AM Dublin Port | 3h30 | 11:00 AM Port of Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
Stena Line | 10:15 AM Dublin Port | 3h30 | 1:45 PM Port of Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
Irish Ferries | 1:45 PM Dublin Port | 3h30 | 5:15 PM Port of Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
Stena Line | 4:30 PM Dublin Port | 3h30 | 8:00 PM Port of Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
Irish Ferries | 7:45 PM Dublin Port | 3h30 | 11:15 PM Port of Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
Stena Line | 10:30 PM Dublin Port | 3h30 | 2:00 AM Port of Holyhead | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 21 | |||||
![]() | 1:15 AM Dublin | 3h30 | 4:45 AM Bangor | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Dublin to Bangor
Ferries from Dublin to Bangor run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by train.
There are 7 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest ferry covers the 76 nautical miles (141 km) distance in 3h 25m. There are 40 sailings per week. Ferries from Dublin to Bangor are available to foot passengers.

Distance 76 nautical miles (141 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Ferries per day 7 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 40 |
Fastest ferry 3h 25m |
First ferry 01:15 |
Last ferry 22:35 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Dublin to Bangor start from as low as $40 (€32) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $42 (€33) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 7 daily trains from Dublin to Bangor with 7 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 25m but the average duration is 3h 34m
Train Operators
- Travel from Dublin to Bangor with Stena Line
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Stena Line.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Dublin Port and arrive in Port of Holyhead
- First train typically departs at 01:15 AM and the last at 10:35 PM
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Dublin to BangorYou can travel by ferry between Dublin to Bangor with Stena Line for as low as $30 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
FAQs: Ferry from Dublin to Bangor
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Bangor 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 Bangor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Dublin to Bangor
- 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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