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Liverpool Birkenhead
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Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry

There are usually 1 daily sailings and up to 13 weekly between Belfast and Liverpool Birkenhead. This ferry route is operated by Stena Line. Ferry timetables change seasonally use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead ferries.

Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry Times

The earliest Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead ferry sailings typically depart Belfast at around 10:29. The average sailing time is approximately 7h 59m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 7h 0m.

Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry Prices

Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead ferry prices typically range between £97* and £487*. The average price is typically £314*. The cheapest Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead ferry prices start from £32*. The average price for a foot passenger is £136*. The average price for a car is £373*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers vehicle type route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days last updated 05 July, 2023.

How far is it from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead?

The distance between Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead is approximately 216.5 miles (348.5km) or 188.2 nautical miles for the mariners!

Can I travel by car on the Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead ferry?

Yes, Stena Line allow cars on board for ferries between Belfast and Liverpool Birkenhead. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Belfast and Liverpool Birkenhead.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Stena Line between Belfast and Liverpool Birkenhead.

Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry Operator Schedules

  • Stena Line - 13 weekly sailings, 1 daily sailings

Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry Alternatives

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Belfast - Liverpool Birkenhead Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Stena Line
Average Price £309*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 12
Average Sailing Duration 7h 59m
Fastest Sailing Duration 7h 0m
First Ferry 10:29
Last Ferry 22:30
Distance 188 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

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

    The ferry crossing time from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead is approximately 8h. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.
  • How much is the ferry from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead is £245.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead and this is
    • Stena Line
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    Book ferries from Belfast 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 Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead with
    • Stena Line
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead with
    • Stena Line
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
    • Stena Line
  • How far is Liverpool Birkenhead from Belfast?

    The distance between Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead is approximately 188 nautical Miles.

Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry reviews

  • "Such a relaxing way to travel"

    I travel regularly to Belfast. Normally by plane for the perceived convenience. This trip was a revelation check in and boarding with the car is relaxed and straight forward. Te cabin comfortable and quiet. I slept like a log both ways and arrived energised for a full day's work. Just brilliant

    'Stena Embla' travelled on Stena Embla

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  • "My family and I where very disappointed with direct ferries "

    We paid direct ferries £324 this was total charge for cabin outward bound and inward bound , on our way bk stenaline ferry's told us that they had only received £257 I would like the remainder of my money bk please as a result of this we couldn't get a cabin paid

    'Stena Embla' travelled on Stena Embla

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  • " Edda Rules the Waves"

    I haven't travelled by ferry to Ireland for more than 25 years, so I was astounded at the difference between the ferries of old and the present day. I travelled on the Edda and it was more like a cruise ship than a ferry. elegant, modern decor, excellent passenger facilities and super helpful crew. I could have done without the gale force conditions on my return trip, but if you do find yourslef on the Irish Sea in a November gale, there's no place better than the Stena Edda!

    'Stena Edda' travelled on Stena Edda

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  • "Adventure in Ireland "

    Excellent trip both ways with helpful staff. 

    'Stena Embla' travelled on Stena Embla

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Belfast Guide

Belfast Harbour is a main hub in the importation and exportation of goods and for passenger ferry services. Operated by Stena Line, Belfast ferry port provides regular passenger ferry crossings to Cairnryan in Scotland and Liverpool Birkenhead in England. Run by Steam Packet, there are also seasonal services to Douglas on the Isle of Man, across the Irish Sea.

The city of Belfast, in Northern Ireland, is the capital city located in County Antrim, although parts of the city spread over to County Down. The city has a long tradition in the production of Irish linen, tobacco, rope and shipbuilding. In fact, the city's main shipbuilder, Harland and Wolf, is known for building the RMS Titanic in the early 20th Century. Today, Belfast is an important centre for commerce, the arts, higher education, law, business and of course, tourism.


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.


Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 27/11/2023 and 03/12/2023


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Stena Line 10:30 18:30 8 hours Everyday

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