Possible ferry routes
Only Ilfracombe is suitable for the North Devon port. Bideford Quay, being tidal, would not accommodate a light vehicle ferry operating to a consistent timetable.
On the Welsh coast, there are Fishguard, Pembroke, Swansea, Barry and Cardiff as possible destinations.
The south-east of Ireland offers Cork, Youghal and Rosslare.
Map of (possible) routes
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Estimated sailing times
I have estimated these times by looking at roughly equivalent distances by other ferries. Much depends on local circumstances - how much is open sea sailing and how much is estuary and docking. If anyone can provide more accurate figures, please contact me using the your say page.
| Route Ilfracombe to | Conventional Ferry | High-Speed Catamaran |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea | 1h 45m | 1h 15m |
| Barry | 2h 20m | 1h 40m |
| Cardiff | 2h 30m | 1h 45m |
| Pembroke | 2h 30m | 1h 45m |
| Fishguard | 4h 00m | 2h 45m |
| Rosslare | 6h 30m | 4h 30m |
| Youghal | 8h 30m | 6h 00m |
| Cork | 9h 00m | 6h 30m |
