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How to book a Ferry to Belfast

How to book a Ferry to Belfast

Compare all ferries to Belfast in Northern Ireland to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

Our unique ferry price comparison tool will compare numerous sailing departures around your preferred option with all available ferry companies as well as crossings to other destinations in addition to Belfast to guarantee you have all the information you need to decide on which is the best option in one fast and easy search!

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Belfast Ferry Services

Belfast Ferry

Belfast port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Belfast?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Belfast from 3 different ports. These include Cairnryan, Liverpool Birkenhead & Douglas.

Belfast schedules

Ferries to Belfast sail up to 10 times a day and up to 62 times a week.

Belfast operators

Ferries to Belfast are operated by 2 operators including Steam Packet & Stena Line.

How long is the ferry to Belfast?

The duration of the ferry to Belfast depends on the route you choose. The Cairnryan to Belfast is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 2 hours 15 minutes, whilst Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 8 hours.

Bear in mind that Belfast ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Belfast ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Belfast

There are currently 3 different ferry routes to Belfast.

Cairnryan to Belfast

Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast

Douglas to Belfast

Popular ferry routes to Belfast

Cairnryan to Belfast is the most popular route, with 7 daily and 45 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 2 hours 15 minutes and costs £308.96 on average. 

The second most popular route is Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast which takes around 8 hours and costs £332.38 on average. There are 2 daily and 15 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Belfast go to?

Belfast ferries currently sail to 3 ports including Cairnryan, Liverpool Birkenhead & Douglas.


Belfast ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Belfast?

Belfast ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Belfast ferry cost. 

Douglas to Belfast is the cheapest ferry, costing £156.52 on average. There are 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 2 hours 45 minutes.

The most expensive ferry is Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast. The price is usually around £332.38. There are 2 daily and 15 weekly sailings, with an average crossing time of 8 hours.


Getting the ferry to Belfast with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Belfast?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Belfast with 2 operators. Car operators include Steam Packet & Stena Line. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Belfast?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Belfast with 2 operators including Steam Packet & Stena Line.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Belfast?

Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Belfast with 1 operators. These include Steam Packet

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Belfast?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Belfast with 1 operators including Stena Line. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Belfast

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Belfast online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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