Times & Fares
Scroll down to view our Clare Island ferry times, which vary according to the time of year.
You can book your ticket online using the booking system on the top right of this screen. Only the main departure times are available through the On-Line Booking system, however your on-line booking / ticket will allow access to all other departures times on a given day. Please refer to time table below.
The Clare Island Ferry offers a year round service. The greatest frequency of ferry options are between May and September. However, a daily service also operates October – April, weather permitting. Confirm times of sailings with the Clare Island Ferry desk. Tel / Fax (098) 23737 / Mobile No. (086) 8515003.
June / July / August / September
Day | Dept Clare Isl. | Dept. Roonagh |
| Monday | 8.45 am | 9.30 am |
| 10.15 am | 11.00 am | |
| 11.30 am (July 10th- August 29th only) | 12.00 pm (July 10th- August 29th only) | |
| 1.00 pm (June / July / August only) | 1.45 pm (June / July / August only) | |
| 4.45 pm | 5.30 pm | |
| 6.15 pm | 6.45 pm | |
| Tuesday & Wednesday | 8.45 am | 9.30 am |
| 10.15 am | 11.00 am | |
| 11.30 am (July 10th – August 29th only) | 12.00 pm (July 10th – August 29th only) | |
| 1.00 pm (June / July / August only) | 1.45 pm (June / July / August only) | |
| 4.45 pm | 5.30 pm | |
| 6.15 pm | 6.45 pm | |
| Thursday | 8.45am | 9.30am |
| 10.15 am | 11.00 am | |
| 11.30 am (July 10th – August 29th only) | 12.00 pm (July 10th – August 29th only) | |
| 1.00 pm | 1.45 pm | |
| 4.45 pm | 5.30 pm | |
| 6.15pm | 6.45pm | |
| Friday | 8.45am | 9.30am |
| 10.15am | 11.00am | |
| 11.30 am (July 10th – August 29th only) | 12.00 pm (July 10th – August 29th only) | |
| 1.00pm | 1.45pm | |
| 4.45pm | 5.30pm | |
| 6.15pm | 6.45pm | |
| Saturday & Sunday | 10.00 am | 11.00 am |
| 11.30 am (July 10th – August 29th only) | 12.00 pm (July 10th – August 29th only) | |
| 1.00 pm | 1.45 pm | |
| 4.45 pm | 5.30 pm | |
| 6.15 pm | 6.45 pm | |
Oct/Feb/March
Day | Dept Clare Isl. | Dept. Roonagh |
| Monday | 8.00 am (Except on Bank Holidays) | 8.30 am (Except on Bank Holidays) |
| 10.15 am (Weather dependent – call beforehand) | 10.45 am (Weather dependent – call beforehand) | |
| 4.45 pm | 5.30 pm | |
| Tuesday | 8.45 am | 9.30 am |
| 4.45 pm | 5.30 pm | |
| Wednesday to Friday | 8.45 am | 9.30 am |
| 10.15 am (Weather dependent – call beforehand) | 10.45 am (Weather dependent – call beforehand) | |
| 4.45 pm | 5.30 pm | |
| Saturday & Sunday | 10.00 am | 10.30 am |
| 4.45 pm | 5.30 pm |
November 1st to January 31st
Day | Dept Clare Isl. | Dept. Roonagh |
| Monday | 8.00am (Except on Bank Holidays) | 8.30am (Except on Bank Holidays) |
| 4.15pm | 5.00pm | |
| Tuesday To Friday | 8.45am | 9.30am |
| 4.15pm | 5.00pm | |
| Saturday & Sunday | 10.00am | 10.30am |
| 4.15pm | 5.00pm |
Extra sailings for groups can be arranged. All Clare Island ferry times are subject to weather conditions and may be changed or cancelled at short notice. No fuel, oil or gas may be transported on the passenger services.
Tel. Alan 087 9004115. Brian 086 8515003.
The “Very Likely” Small Ferry Boat – 12 Passengers
Extra sailings for groups of 6 or more people can be arranged aboard the “Very Likely”. This ferry boat accommodates 12 people and may be chartered for sightseeing trips around Clare Island, trips to other islands such as Achill & Inishturk, or for diving excursions. The “Pirate Queen” & the “Very Likely”are fully certified by the Department of the Marine & registered with Failte Ireland.
Clare Island Fares
Type | Conditions | Cost | Online Booking Discounted |
| Adult | Over 18 | €17.00 Return | 10% |
| Kids & Student | Aged 13 – 18 plus student id holder | €12.00 Return | 10% |
| Child | Age 5 – 12 Years | €8.00 Return | 10% |
| Child | Aged less than 5 | Free | |
| O.A.P. | With Irish Travel Pass / NI Smart Travel cards | Free | |
| O.A.P. | Without Irish Travel Pass / NI Smart Travel cards | €17.00 Return | 10% |
| Groups | Contact for more information on Group Bookings | ||
Contact us for group fares. With your Ferry Ticket, you will receive: FREE Clare Island Walking Brochure FREE Grace O’Malley Information
April 1st to May 31th
Day | Dept Clare Isl. | Dept. Roonagh |
| Monday | 8.00 am (Except on Bank Holidays) | 8.30 am (Except on Bank Holidays) |
| 10.00am | 10.45am | |
| 6.15 pm | 6.45 pm | |
| Tuesday | 8.45 am | 9.30 am |
| 6.15pm | 6.45pm | |
| Wedneday to Friday | 8.45am | 9.30am |
| 10.00am | 10.45am | |
| 6.15 pm | 6.45 pm | |
| Saturday & Sunday | 10.00 am | 10.45 am |
| 6.15 pm | 6.45 pm |
Clare Island Fares
Type | Conditions | Cost | Online Booking Discounted |
| Adult | Over 18 | €17.00 Return | 10% |
| Kids & Student | Aged 13 – 18 plus student id holder | €12.00 Return | 10% |
| Child | Age 5 – 12 Years | €8.00 Return | 10% |
| Child | Aged less than 5 | Free | |
| O.A.P. | With Irish Travel Pass / NI Smart Travel cards | Free | |
| O.A.P. | Without Irish Travel Pass / NI Smart Travel cards | €17.00 Return | 10% |
| Bikes | Adults & Student Kids Electric Bikes | €6.00 Free €10.00 | 10% |
| Groups | Contact for more information on Group Bookings | ||
Contact us for group fares
With your Ferry Ticket, you will receive: FREE Clare Island Walking Brochure FREE Grace O’Malley Information