Ferry to England
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You can get ferries to England from a range of destinations including Northern Ireland and the Isle of Wight. There are up to 3194 ferries running per week. Ferries to England are provided by 11 ferry companies including Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, Steam Packet & P&O Ferries. Book now with Direct Ferries and find a ferry to England to suit you.
The England ferry timetable varies depending on the route you choose. See timetables for some popular England ferry routes below:
If you're travelling from the Isle of Wight to England, the Cowes to Southampton ferry sails around 15 times a day and 106 times a week. The first ferry to Southampton departs at 01:30 and the last ferry departs at 22:30. You can also get a ferry from Fishbourne to Portsmouth. There are 20 daily and 144 weekly sailings on this route, with the first ferry leaving at 00:05 and the last ferry departing at 23:05.
If you're travelling from Northern Ireland to England, the ferry from Belfast to Liverpool departs at 10:30, with the last ferry at 22:30. There are 1 daily and 13 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
Ferries to England are provided by 11 operators including Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, Steam Packet & P&O Ferries. Irish Ferries and DFDS Seaways are two of the most popular England ferry operators.
There are 17 ferry ports in England. Dover is the most popular port with 39 daily and 269 weekly sailings. Other popular ports in England include Portsmouth, Southampton, Hull and Harwich.
The duration of the ferry to England depends on the route you choose. Cowes to Southampton is a popular route, with a duration of around 1 hour, whilst the ferry from Fishbourne to Portsmouth takes approximately 45 minutes. The Belfast to Liverpool ferry is also popular, with a journey time of around 8 hours.
The fastest ferry to England is Ryde to Southsea. This journey usually takes 10 minutes and costs around £54.38 on average.
Popular ferry routes to England include those from Northern Ireland and the Isle of Wight such as:
Belfast to Liverpool
Cowes to Southampton
Fishbourne to Portsmouth
Yarmouth to Lymington
Yes, you can get a ferry to France from the UK. Ferries from the UK to France depart from a range of ferry ports including Plymouth, Portsmouth and Poole. The England to France ferry disembarks in either Cherbourg, Caen, St Malo, Le Havre or Roscoff. Find out more about crossing the Channel on our blog.
Ferries from England go to 23 ports including ports in Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, France and Spain.
The price of the ferry to England varies depending on the route you choose. For example, the Cowes to Southampton ferry costs £91 on average, whilst the Belfast to Liverpool ferry costs £322 on average.
The cheapest ferry to England depends on the route, season, ferry company and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. Prices are generally cheaper for foot passengers. We recommend booking your ferry tickets to England in advance to get them at the cheapest price.
The cheapest England ferry is Ryde to Southsea with an average price of £54.38, great for those travelling from the Isle of Wight to England.The journey takes approximately 10 minutes.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on England ferries. England foot operators include DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, Steam Packet, P&O Ferries & Red Funnel.
Yes, you can take your car on ferries to England. Simply follow the signs at the port and staff will be on hand to guide you into the correct lane. England car operators include Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, Steam Packet & P&O Ferries.
Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to England. England bicycle operators include Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, Steam Packet & P&O Ferries.
Yes, you can take your pet on ferries to England. We recommend checking the ferry operator's pet policy before you travel. England pet operators include Irish Ferries, DFDS Seaways, Brittany Ferries, P&O Ferries & LeShuttle (Eurotunnel)
It's easy to book ferry tickets to England 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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England is the largest and most populous of the four 'home nations' that make up the United Kingdom. From lively cities bursting with history and culture, to charming coastal towns and picture-perfect villages hidden amongst rolling green hills, England has something for everyone. Many tourists begin their English adventure in the buzzing capital of London, and with its endless list of attractions - from world-class museums to bustling food markets, grand cathedrals and medieval castles - it's easy to see why. But the fun goes beyond the capital - tuck into a lazy pub lunch in the Cotswolds, uncover years worth of history in York, catch a wave on the Cornish coast or soak up stunning views in the Peak District.
