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Ireland’s ferry network connects the island to both nearby islands and the wider European mainland. The map highlights the busy crossings across the Irish Sea, where large passenger and vehicle ferries link Dublin, Rosslare and Belfast with ports in the UK and France. These routes form the backbone of Ireland’s international ferry travel and are widely used by both tourists and freight.
Closer to shore, smaller ferries provide essential lifelines to Ireland’s offshore islands. Regular services connect the mainland to places like the Aran Islands, Inis Mór and Tory Island, where ferries remain the primary way for residents and visitors to travel. Because many Irish crossings are short but weather-dependent, schedules can vary by season, and planning ahead is often recommended when visiting the islands.
Understand ferry routes before you travel
Ferry travel can be complex. Seeing how routes connect makes planning easier. We structure ferry routes by region and destination, helping you see how ports, operators and crossings relate to each other.
Start by exploring a region or zooming in on a destination.
- Understand complex ferry networks at a glance
- See how routes connect across regions
- Explore destinations that are only accessible by ferry
- View ferry routes and operators