Douglas
Liverpool Birkenhead
Ferry to England
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Douglas Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry

The Douglas Liverpool Birkenhead ferry route connects Isle of Man with England. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Steam Packet. The crossing operates up to 2 times each week with sailing durations from around 4 hours 15 minutes.

Douglas Liverpool Birkenhead sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry Alternatives

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Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    The ferry crossing time from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead is approximately 4h 15m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead and this is
    • Steam Packet
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    Book ferries from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead with
    • Steam Packet
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead with
    • Steam Packet
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Douglas to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    No, pets are not permitted onboard the ferries.

Douglas Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry reviews

  • "Perfect trip"

    I wanted to use the ferry to go to Dublin from Man Island and I have no regrets. I saved money and I comfortly travelled. I recommend.

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  • "Heysham to douglas"

    Very very good crossings polite and courteous staff would recommend every time We'll done the steam packet company

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  • "Ben-my-Cree"

    Great sailing, spacious ferry with lots of seating. Food and beverages excellent. Friendly staff.

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  • "June 2015"

    Booking in is easy and can be done in plenty of time. Loading is very swift with no delays to sailing. On board the facilities are ample for the 3 hour journey and I must really complement the food and service. We ordered 4 different meals, 2 were ready straight away, 2 needed to be prepared. These meals were brought to us in the dog lounge when they were ready, we did not have to stand around waiting. All the staff were very helpful and happy to assist, even having time to chat. The whole experience was very pleasurable and relaxing.

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Douglas Guide

Douglas on the Isle of Man is a town and the island's capital. It is located at the mouth of the River Douglas which forms part of the town's harbour and commercial port. Situated on a bay that is roughly 2 miles long, Douglas is the main commercial hub on the island for business, finance, legal services, transport, shopping, entertainment and shipping.

There are many things to see and do in Douglas including the Tower Refuge which is a small castle like shelter built on Conister Rock in Douglas Bay as a sanctuary for shipwrecked sailors. Visitors also enjoy taking a ride on a horse drawn tram which operates along the promenade from the Sea Terminal to the Manx Electric Railway. There are also steam trains that run for 15 miles from Douglas railway station to Port Erin in the south of the island. Finally, for petrol heads, the Isle of Man TT motorcycle race, which is held annually, starts and ends in Douglas.

Douglas Port is the primary and only ferry port on the Isle of Man, with services connecting the island with the British Isles and the Irish mainland. The ferry terminal is situated on the waterfront, on Central Promenade, right in the heart of the city.


Liverpool Birkenhead Guide

Birkenhead is part of the extensive Liverpool dock system, located on the Wirral Peninsular, on the west bank of the River Mersey estuary. Ferries to Liverpool Birkenhead arrive in the ultra-modern Twelve Quays Ferry Terminal from Belfast, a route operated by Stena Line, or from the Isle of Man, provided by Steam Packet.

The sea has played an important part in the town's history through its port and its tradition in shipbuilding. The town's design, which was influenced by William Laird and his son John, is similar to that of Edinburgh New Town's, with sections of Birkenhead laid out in a grid pattern.

This grid was based around Hamilton Square and was started in 1826, boasting the highest number of Grade I listed buildings than any other square in England after London’s Trafalgar Square. Other interesting attractions include the Town Hall, the Queensway Tunnel Main Entrance and the Woodside Ferry Terminal.


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