Rosslare-Bilbao

Ferry from Rosslare to Bilbao

A ferry from to Spain from Ireland? Yes! There is a direct ferry between Northern Spain and Rosslare in the South of Ireland on a 2-hour drive from Dublin. Brittany Ferries is operating this crossing between Spain and Ireland. This ferry connects you to Ireland and vice versa from the Basque region in Spain.

From Bilbao, this is an easy start to your vacation in Spain while bringing your transport. Bilbao is a Basque town and houses the Guggenheim Museum. It is a vibrant city with lots to do. Rosslare is a port city in the Southeastern tip of Ireland and an excellent hub to travel further inwards Ireland. This ferry started sailing again in the early start of November 2022.

All sailings are at least one-night crossing; travelling on the weekend with this ferry often means a two night-crossing.

Also from the UK there are several direct crossings to Spain.

Timetable, availability, and compare prices

Booking your ferry tickets has never been easier! With our online booking module, you can easily find and book your desired ferry crossing from Ireland to Spain in just a few clicks. Enter your travel dates and destination; the system will show you all available options. You can choose the ferry from Rosslare to Bilbao that best suits your needs and budget. It’s that simple!

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On this page, you will find information and tips about this ferry service from Brittany Ferries

Ferry Rosslare-Bilbao costs (Ireland – Spain)

If you want to travel by ferry to Bilbao or Rosslare, you can expect the following prices:

• Tickets are available from Brittany Ferries for €227. That is for 1 person with a car and a single journey in a cabin (off-season)
• A crossing with a car and 2 people in a high season quickly costs somewhere around €496,-

The prices of the ferry tickets depend on the season and the crowds, as you can see above. Book early to get the most benefit.

Schedule Rosslare-Bilbao (Ireland to Spain)

There are two sailings per week from Ireland to Spain and vice versa. There are several departures throughout the week. So you can fit this ferry into your travel schedule quite well. Check the exact departure times in both directions in the booking module.

Brittany Ferries crossings from Rosslare to Bilbao

Every Wednesday and Friday, the ferry departs from Ireland to Spain.

The crossing from Rosslare to Bilbao typically takes around 29 hours.

Brittany Ferries crossings from Bilbao to Rosslare

Every Thursday and Sunday, the ferry leaves Bilbao back to Ireland

On the way back, both options are one-night crossings.

Sail time Rosslare – Bilbao

28 hours crossing with an overnight cabin

From Rosslare to Bilbao with Brittany Ferries

On board the ferry

This (and more) can be expected on the Brittany Ferries ferries

Brittany Ferries sails with the Connemara, Salamanca, or Galicia on this route with an overnight sailing or even a 2-night crossing. The ferry brings you in just 28 hours to the Northern coast of Spain. As said before, this is a night crossing, so when you book, you can choose a cabin of your choice with your crossing.

Port information

To get to the departure port, use the address and follow the signs to the terminal when you arrive.

Bilbao