Bilbao – Rosslare
Ferries to Ireland
Bilbao – Rosslare
Ferries to Ireland
Depending on the season their are about 2 weekly sailings between Bilbao and Rosslare. Brittany Ferries provides the ferry from Bilbao to Rosslare. Bilbao Rosslare ferries cost between $406 and $2167, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
The earliest Bilbao Rosslare ferry typically departs Bilbao at about 11:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 18:30.
Ferries from Bilbao to Rosslare sail in around 28 hours 15 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 27 hours 15 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 2 weekly sailings from Bilbao to Rosslare provided by Brittany Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Bilbao to Rosslare typically range between $402* and $2143*. On average the Bilbao Rosslare ferry is $1076*. The cheapest Bilbao Rosslare ferry prices start from $402*. The average price for a foot passenger is $771*. The average price for a car is $1077*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.
The distance between Bilbao to Rosslare is approximately 653 miles (1051km) or 567 nautical miles.
Yes, Bilbao Rosslare ferries allow cars onboard with Brittany Ferries between Bilbao and Rosslare. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Bilbao and Rosslare use our Deal Finder.
Brittany Ferries allow foot passengers on Bilbao Rosslare ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Bilbao to Rosslare.
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| Bilbao - Rosslare Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Spain | |
| Destination Country | Ireland | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Brittany Ferries | |
| Average Price | A$417* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 29h 3m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 27h 15m | |
| First Ferry | 11:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:00 | |
| Distance | 567 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The Spanish city of Bilbao, located in the autonomous region of the Basque Country, lies in the north central part of Spain and is around 14km to the south of the Bay of Biscay, where the estuary of Bilbao is formed. The city is the capital of the province of Biscay and is the main commercial and cultural hub of northern Spain. One of the main drivers behind the city's reputation is the Guggenheim Museum which draws visitors in to the city who then find out for themselves the other interesting attractions the city has on offer. The city's location makes it the perfect port of entry to the northern Iberian Peninsular and to south west France.
The city's port lies on the Bilbao Abra Bay, and along the Estuary of Bilbao in Biscay (the Basque Country). The port's main facilities can be found in the Santurtzi and Zierbena municipalities, approximately 15 km west of Bilbao. Brittany Ferries operate the Portsmouth to Bilbao route, with their boat, the MV Cap Finistère.
The town of Rosslare is located in County Wexford in Ireland and for over one hundred years it has been a popular resort with tourists. Rosslare Strand, to give the town its full name and is used to separate it from nearby Rosslare Harbour, is proud to be able to boast that it is one of Ireland's sunniest locations with records that shows the town receives on average 300 hours more sunshine each year than the rest of Ireland. The town's long sandy stretch of beach has been awarded Blue Flag status and therefore is popular with swimmers and families. there are also some good golf courses close to the town.
Facilities at the town's port includes a restaurant, a waterfront bar, a waiting area, children's play area, shops, car hire, baby changing, bureau de change and a Department of Agriculture office. Ferry services from Rosslare depart to Pembroke (4 hours), Fishguard (3 hours and 30 minutes), and to Cherbourg and Roscoff in France.
