Ferries from
England to Ireland
Ferries from
England to Ireland
England to Ireland ferries are operated by . There are currently 1 daily and 12 weekly sailings. The Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry crossing is the most popular route with a scheduled sailing duration of about 8 hours.
Yes, you can get a ferry from England to Ireland. Ferries from England to Ireland sail approximately 12 times per week and are provided by . Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Ireland today.
The duration of the ferry from England to Ireland depends on a number of factors including the ferry company you're travelling with and the weather conditions at the time of sail. The duration of the England Ireland ferry also varies between routes. The Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry takes 8 hours on average.
The fastest ferry from England to Ireland is the Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast route. This ferry is provided by and takes around 4 hours 1 minute with an average price of £363.00. There are currently 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
England to Ireland ferry times can differ depending on the route you choose and which ferry company you're travelling with. The season you travel in can also affect the times, with more options usually available in the peak summer months. If you're travelling from England to Ireland by boat, it's best to check the latest England to Ireland ferry timetable before you book.
Liverpool Birkenhead – Belfast first ferry: 10:30
Liverpool Birkenhead – Belfast last ferry: 22:30
There is 1 ferry company providing this route. England to Ireland ferries are provided by .
England to Ireland distance: 103 miles (165km) and 89 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, due to the crossing time, you cannot do a day trip from England to Ireland.
There is currently just 1 ferry route operating from England to Ireland:
Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast
There are up to 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings on this ferry route. The journey usually takes about 8 hours.
England to Ireland ferry prices can vary depending on a number of factors including the route, ferry company, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. The route you choose can also affect the ferry price with the Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry costing £363.00 on average.
Prices on the Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry start from just £87.00. Bear in mind that prices often vary and are usually higher during the peak summer months.
Unfortunately, you cannot get a car ferry from England to Ireland.
Unfortunately you cannot travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from England to Ireland.
Unfortunately you cannot take your pet on the ferry from England to Ireland.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Ireland 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.
You're best booking your England to Ireland ferry tickets as soon as you know your travel plans. Ferries can sell out, especially in the summer months so it's best to secure your place on the ferry well in advance. The sooner you book, the cheaper the prices tend to be too.
We recommend booking your England to Ireland ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best price. The cheapest ferries from England to Ireland are usually out of season and at off-peak times.
You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers. Discounts for senior citizens and residents are available on some routes. If you're a student, you can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets too.
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