Why do some ferry checkins close so early?

1. How early do you have to arrive for a ferry?
2. How long before ferry should I arrive Brittany Ferries?
3. How early can you board Stena Line?
4. Which is better Irish Ferries or Stena Line?
5. Can I stay in my car on a ferry?
6. Do I need to book ferry in advance?
7. What can you not take on a ferry?
8. Can you take food onto a ferry?
9. Why can't you sit in your car on the ferry?
10. Can you take alcohol on Stena Line?
11. Do I need to wear a mask on Stena Line?
12. Can you smoke on a Stena Line ferry?

How early do you have to arrive for a ferry?

You'll need to arrive between an hour and 30 minutes before your scheduled sailing time. Show your QR code to staff at the entrance to the port and they'll direct you to a numbered car lane.

How long before ferry should I arrive Brittany Ferries?

When must I check in and how long before a sailing can i embark? Due to our new health and safety measures, passengers must check-in at least 90 minutes before departure.

How early can you board Stena Line?

Day sailings: first boarding starts approximately 7.45am Monday - Saturday and approximately 8.30am at Sundays. Night sailings: first boarding starts approximately 8.30pm Monday - Sunday.
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Which is better Irish Ferries or Stena Line?

Both by car and as a foot passenger. In my opinion the Irish Ferries boat is better although there isn't much in it. The Stena boat tends to have more freight vehicles on it, in my experience.

Can I stay in my car on a ferry?

If you are wondering can you stay in your vehicle on a ferry the answer in most cases is no. Once the vessel starts with crossing, you will not be allowed onto the car parking deck as most of the large car ferries for safety reasons, do not allow passengers to stay in their cars.

Do I need to book ferry in advance?

We always recommend you book in advance to ensure space on your chosen sailing. During holiday periods and festivals, it is essential. Also, the further in advance you book, the more likely you are to pay a lower price.

What can you not take on a ferry?

These items include:

• All firearms and ammunition – more information.
• All explosives (including fireworks)
• Any sharp, pointed and blunt weapons.
• All knives and sword blades (with a blade over 7cm long)
• All open razors (such as cut-throat razors)
• Archery and martial arts equipment, spears, spearguns and catapults.

Can you take food onto a ferry?

over a year ago. over a year ago. Yes you can take your own food onto the ferry. There are signs asking you not to eat your own food in certain areas but this doesn't seem to be enforced.

Why can't you sit in your car on the ferry?

Most ferries also keep the crew off those decks, but for a security check at regular (or iregular) intervalls, staying away from the parked vehicles as much as possible. Keeping passengers from those decks makes for a much smaller chance of thieves breaking open cars parked there, which is an additional reason.

Can you take alcohol on Stena Line?

Alcohol: No alcohol may be brought on board for consumption on your crossing.

Do I need to wear a mask on Stena Line?

In accordance with public health guidelines, it is mandatory to wear face coverings at our ports and onboard our ships where social distancing isn't possible. This applies to all routes on the Irish Sea and North Sea, including our Rosslare to Cherbourg route.

Can you smoke on a Stena Line ferry?

Smoking, which includes e-cigarettes, is permitted in designated outside deck areas only.