How soon do I need to book?

Advance reservations for cars and motorcycles should be made for all sailings and are essential for travel at Christmas, Easter and summer weekends. Bookings cannot be made within two hours of sailing.

We recommend you book as early as possible to guarantee a space. Reservations for bicycles are not required. These are carried by all services, space permitting, free of charge. 

You are advised to make full payment for your reservation at the time of booking to benefit from the advance booking discounted fares unless you already hold a valid ticket for your date and time of travel. You are required to make full payment for your reservation at the time of booking if travelling on peak sailings.

Foot passengers are not required to book, however buying your ticket in advance online wil save having to queue at the ticket office on the day.