Baltimore Pier
Ferry port for Baltimore, Ireland
The West Cork fishing village harbour from which ferries sail to Sherkin Island and Cape Clear, and Fastnet Rock tours depart in season.
Ferries from Baltimore Pier
2 ferry routes on FerryConnect. Tap a route for timetables, operators and booking.
| To / from | Crossing time | Operators | Carries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Clear Island | About 45m | Cape Clear Ferries | Foot only |
| Sherkin Island | About 10m | Sherkin Island Ferry | Foot only |
Sailing patterns from Baltimore Pier
- Baltimore (West Cork) → Sherkin Island
June timetable: 13 sailings from Baltimore between 07:45 and 20:30
Separate June, July–August and winter timetables are published.
Source: Sherkin Island Ferry timetable page, checked 2026-09-29
- Baltimore (West Cork) → Cape Clear Island
Operates every day of the year except Christmas Day, with several departures daily
Source: Cape Clear Ferries Baltimore ferry page, checked 2026-09-29
Ferry Operators at Baltimore Pier
Ground Transport & Railway Links
About 15 minutes by road from Skibbereen and 45 minutes from Clonakilty
Toilets are available at the harbour before boarding
Sources: capeclearferries.com · Verified 2026-09-29 · How we verify
Ferry Routes from Baltimore Pier
Port Logistics & Accommodation
Essential bookings for your crossing through Baltimore Pier.