Plan the crossing from Bilbao to Rosslare, with departure-port details, Brittany Ferries and onward travel after arrival.
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The Bilbao to Rosslare crossing links Bilbao in Spain with Rosslare in Ireland.
For a departure from Bilbao, start by locating the ferry terminal and checking how to reach the correct boarding point. Brittany Ferries uses the ferry terminal in the Port of Bilbao at Zierbena, outside central Bilbao. Motorway links provide fast access to the Basque Country, Cantabria and routes towards Madrid or south-west France.
On the other side of the crossing, Rosslare is your arrival port. Rosslare Harbour is well connected by road and rail, while a car is useful for exploring beaches and the wider County Wexford coast.
Compare the Bilbao departure and Rosslare arrival on the same dated itinerary. Sailing times and intermediate calls can differ between directions, so use the Bilbao to Rosslare result when planning your trip rather than assuming the outward timetable applies in reverse.
Check the total cost for everyone travelling, including any vehicle, reserved seat, cabin or other option offered. A later arrival in Rosslare may affect your next connection or accommodation, so compare the whole journey as well as the fare.
Travelling the other way? Read the Rosslare to Bilbao ferry guide.
Compare the operators and departures offered for your dates. The sailing result confirms the carrier, vessel and travel options for that journey.
Brittany FerriesBrittany Ferries is listed in FerryEU’s guide to this crossing. Search the Bilbao to Rosslare direction to see which departures and ticket types are offered for your date.
Check the vessel, boarding arrangements at Bilbao, baggage allowance and any vehicle or accommodation options in the selected sailing. The return leg can have a different schedule or ship.
Brittany Ferries uses the ferry terminal in the Port of Bilbao at Zierbena, outside central Bilbao. Motorway links provide fast access to the Basque Country, Cantabria and routes towards Madrid or south-west France.
For your Bilbao to Rosslare sailing, arrange your journey to Bilbao around the check-in deadline. The ferry may use a different entrance or terminal from other services at the same harbour. Check the boarding instructions before booking a connecting train, bus or taxi.
Rosslare is Ireland’s principal south-eastern ferry hub and is around a two-hour drive from Dublin in normal conditions. The N25 and N/M11 corridors provide access from the south, east and north.
After the ferry reaches Rosslare, allow time for disembarkation before a collection or onward connection. Check where passengers leave the terminal and whether your next stop is within walking distance or requires a transfer.
Use the facilities listed for the ship on your departure. Vessel assignments and onboard services can change.
Ensuite cabins provide a private base for sleeping and relaxing during the long crossing.
Restaurants, cafés and bars provide meals and refreshments throughout the voyage.
Passenger lounges and outside decks offer alternatives to spending the entire crossing in your cabin.
Pet-friendly cabins or kennels are available on selected sailings and should be reserved early.
The Bilbao to Rosslare journey crosses between Spain and Ireland. Check the current entry and travel-document requirements for your nationality and itinerary, together with the operator’s boarding instructions.
Use the terminal named on the Bilbao booking confirmation. Plan the approach, parking or drop-off before departure; the town centre or railway station may be some distance from check-in.
Check names and travel details before you arrive. If taking a vehicle, enter its full dimensions and include trailers, roof loads or rear-mounted equipment where required.
Use current official guidance for documents, entry permissions and any vehicle or pet requirements that apply to your journey. Requirements depend on your circumstances and can change.
Rosslare Harbour is well connected by road and rail, while a car is useful for exploring beaches and the wider County Wexford coast.
Rosslare Strand, Kilmore Quay and Hook Peninsula are easiest with a car or planned local transport.
Rosslare serves several ferry companies, so follow your ticket rather than relying on a generic port arrival time.
For an onward connection from Rosslare, include time to leave the ship and terminal. Check local transport for the actual arrival day, especially if the ferry arrives early in the morning or late at night. A nearby hotel or a later connection may give more flexibility if the crossing is delayed.
Explore RosslareSearch nearby dates and compare the complete journey when considering another crossing. Different ports can change your transfer time, onward drive or overnight plans.
Return journey: Rosslare to Bilbao · Browse all ferry routes
Check the sailing time shown for your selected Bilbao to Rosslare departure. A timetable for the opposite direction may have different calls, departure patterns or overnight timings. Allow additional time at both ports for check-in, boarding and disembarkation.
FerryEU’s guide to this crossing lists Brittany Ferries. Search the Bilbao to Rosslare direction and your travel date to confirm which operators and departures are available.
Brittany Ferries uses the ferry terminal in the Port of Bilbao at Zierbena, outside central Bilbao. Motorway links provide fast access to the Basque Country, Cantabria and routes towards Madrid or south-west France. Use the terminal and check-in deadline specified on your booking confirmation.
Check the travel categories offered for the selected Bilbao to Rosslare departure. The choices depend on the operator and vessel; do not assume every sailing accepts both vehicles and foot passengers. Enter all travellers and the correct vehicle dimensions before comparing fares.
Compare the dates and departure times that work for your trip. Check the total for passengers, any vehicle and accommodation, then compare ticket flexibility and the onward journey from Rosslare. Prices depend on the sailing and available capacity.
Rosslare Harbour is well connected by road and rail, while a car is useful for exploring beaches and the wider County Wexford coast. Allow time to disembark and reach your onward transport before a timed connection.
Use the return-trip option in the search and check both directions and dates before booking. The Rosslare to Bilbao guide covers the opposite departure port. Availability and sailing times can differ between the two legs.
Rosslare to Bilbao ferry guide covers the opposite departure port, arrival arrangements and onward connections.
Use the terminal or pier named on your Brittany Ferries confirmation. The published departure is the sailing time; check-in and vehicle acceptance close earlier. If reaching Bilbao by train or bus, allow for the transfer from the station to the harbour and for luggage handling.
Start your onward itinerary at the actual landing point in Rosslare. Leave time to unload before a timed collection, train or island bus. If the ferry arrives late in the day, check the final public-transport departure or arrange a transfer in advance.
Allow for the overland journey to Bilbao before choosing the ferry. A separately booked flight, train or earlier crossing may not protect you if you miss check-in. Use local times on both sides and check entry rules for each country on your full itinerary. Travel within Europe is not automatically free of document checks.
Compare the arrival port with the part of Ireland you intend to visit. Dublin, Rosslare, Cork, Belfast and Larne are separate gateways, and local island ferries are additional journeys with their own tickets.
Select the correct passenger category before comparing Bilbao to Rosslare fares. A passenger-only boat cannot take a car, and a vehicle ferry may still have limited bicycle or foot-passenger availability. The travel modes shown in the facts panel should be checked against the specific sailing.
For a vehicle booking, give the full height and length including a roof box, rear rack or trailer. Where accommodation is offered, check whether a cabin or seat is required and whether meals are included. Request mobility assistance and any pet space before completing the booking, because these can have separate capacity limits.
Prices depend on the date, passenger mix, vehicle and ticket conditions. Compare the complete return cost and the amendment or cancellation terms. No fixed fare on this guide should replace a dated quote.
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