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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $25.

Distance: 134 miles (217 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Dublin is a flight with an average price of $99.
The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Dublin is by flight with an average journey time of 57m.

Other travel options to Dublin take longer:

Ferry takes on average 8h 0m.

Yes, you can take a flight between Liverpool and Dublin.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool to Dublin among Omio's users.

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How to travel from Liverpool to Dublin?

Hundreds of passengers travel from Liverpool to Dublin every day, as it's just a short hop across the Irish Sea. Trains and buses between these cities are not available, but it is possible to travel by plane or ferry. Services are available every day of the week, from Monday to Sunday, and the journey can be made in as little as 50 minutes by plane, or up to 8 hours by ferry.

What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Dublin?

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Dublin is by ferry. Ferries are operated daily by both P&O Irish Sea and Stena Line. Ticket prices vary but it is much cheaper to travel on foot than with a car. Both providers offer multiple ferries every day, on weekdays and weekends. Ferries depart from either Liverpool or Holyhead Port and arrive at Dublin Port. The fastest ferry takes around 3 hours and 15 minutes, but this does not factor in the travel time from Liverpool to Holyhead. Ferries that leave from Liverpool have a much longer journey time of around 8 hours. P&O Irish Sea generally offers two ferries per day, while Stena Line offers three. 

What is the fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Dublin?

The fastest mode of transport from Liverpool to Dublin is to travel by plane. All of the flights between these two cities are operated by Ryanair. They take off from Liverpool's John Lennon Airport and arrive at Dublin Airport, and all of the flights run directly with no changes. Generally, Ryanair provides four services every day. The first leaves at breakfast-time and takes around 50 minutes, while the next one, in the mid-afternoon, takes 55 minutes. After that there are two more flights, in the early evening and late at night, and both take 55 minutes. Ryanair's services run every day of the week.

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Travel from Liverpool to Dublin by plane

There are usually four flights from Liverpool to Dublin each day, on every day of the week including Sundays. Flights tend to leave at the same set times every day, in the morning, mid-afternoon, early evening and late at night. The fastest flight takes around 50 minutes while the longest can take up to 55 minutes. All of the flights from Liverpool to Dublin are provided by one airline, Ryanair, and they all run directly with no changes. All of the flights to Dublin depart from Liverpool's John Lennon Airport, which is located around 8 miles outside of the city center. It is easily reachable by public transport. Flights then arrive at Dublin Airport which is situated 9 miles outside of Dublin. The city center can be reached by bus, with services that leave every 15-20 minutes and have a journey time of around 50 minutes. Trains depart with similar regularity and take around 35 minutes to reach Connolly Station in central Dublin.

Travel from Liverpool to Dublin by ferry

There are several daily connections from Liverpool to Dublin by ferry each day. P&O Irish Sea usually operates two ferries each day, on every day of the week. Their first ferry leaves after breakfast and takes around 8 hours, while their second ferry leaves late at night, arriving in Dublin in the early hours of the morning, and takes about 8 hours and 15 minutes. P&O Irish Sea ferries all depart from their terminal at Liverpool dock. The other provider of ferries from Liverpool to Dublin is Stena Line. They usually have three services a day, one in the morning, one after lunch, and one that leaves in the early hours of the next morning. All of their ferries have a journey time of around 3 hours and 15 minutes. They do not leave from Liverpool itself, but from the port of Holyhead in Wales, which can be reached by train or bus. Every ferry arrives at Dublin Port, which is 2.6 miles from central Dublin, a 10-minute bus journey away. It is also a 5-10 minute walk from Docklands Train Station. 

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool to Dublin

Travel to Dublin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Dublin.

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You can travel between Liverpool and Dublin by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Dublin is a flight with an average price of $99.
The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Dublin is by flight with an average journey time of 57m.

Other travel options to Dublin take longer:

Ferry takes on average 8h 0m.

The distance from Liverpool to Dublin is approximately 134 miles (217 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Dublin is:
  • Around 6 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Dublin as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Dublin:
  • Flights mostly depart from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and arrive in Dublin Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and arrive in Dublin, Busáras.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Holyhead and arrive in Dublin Port.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Dublin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Stena Line to go to Dublin by ferry.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Buzz to go to Dublin by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Liverpool to Dublin with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct ferries per day with Stena Line.
  • 6 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Dublin often also extend their vacation to go to Belfast, Galway, London, Cork, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dublin and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Dublin to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Dublin, you can explore the Guinness Storehouse to learn about Ireland's iconic beer and enjoy panoramic views from the rooftop bar. Delve into Ireland's political history at Kilmainham Gaol or admire the extensive art collection at the National Gallery of Ireland. Experience the excitement of Gaelic games at Croke Park Stadium and enjoy a Dublin Literary Pub Crawl through the city's famous pubs. For sightseeing, visit Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, explore the historic Dublin Castle, and appreciate the Gothic architecture of St. Patrick's Cathedral. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of Temple Bar or relax in Phoenix Park, which houses Dublin Zoo and the President's official residence.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Dublin is typically enough to explore its main attractions, including Trinity College, Dublin Castle, and the Temple Bar area, while also enjoying the city's vibrant culture and dining scene.
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