Ferries from
England to Isle of Man
Ferries from
England to Isle of Man
England to Isle of Man ferries are operated by 1 ferry company; Steam Packet. There are currently 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings. The Liverpool to Douglas ferry crossing is the most popular route with a scheduled sailing duration of about 2 hours 45 minutes.
Yes, you can get a ferry from England to Isle of Man. Ferries from England to Isle of Man sail approximately 13 times per week and are provided by Steam Packet. Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Isle of Man today.
The duration of the ferry from England to Isle of Man 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 Isle of Man ferry also varies between routes.
England to Isle of Man ferry times vary between 2 hours and 5 hours 25 minutes.
The fastest ferry from England to Isle of Man is the Heysham to Douglas route. This ferry is provided by Steam Packet and takes around 2 hours with an average price of £281.00. There are currently 2 daily and 12 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
England to Isle of Man 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 Isle of Man by boat, it's best to check the latest England to Isle of Man ferry timetable before you book.
Liverpool – Douglas first ferry: 11:15
Liverpool – Douglas last ferry: 20:00
Heysham – Douglas first ferry: 01:15
Heysham – Douglas last ferry: 15:15
There is 1 ferry company providing this route. England to Isle of Man ferries are provided by Steam Packet.
England to Isle of Man distance: 108 miles (173km) and 94 nautical miles.
Due to the crossing time, you cannot do a day trip from England to Isle of Man.
Popular England to Isle of Man ferry routes include:
Liverpool to Douglas ferry
Heysham to Douglas ferry
The most popular ferry is Liverpool to Douglas with up to 1 daily and 4 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes about 2 hours 45 minutes.
Another popular route is the Heysham to Douglas ferry with up to 2 daily and 12 weekly sailings. The Heysham to Douglas ferry takes about 3 hours 45 minutes.
England to Isle of Man 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 to Douglas ferry costing £281.00 on average and the Heysham to Douglas ferry costing £281.00 on average.
We recommend booking your England to Isle of Man ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best price. The cheapest ferries from England to Isle of Man 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.
Yes, you can take your car on the ferry to Isle of Man from England with Steam Packet. Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and to find England to Isle of Man car ferry prices.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from England to Isle of Man with Steam Packet.
Unfortunately you cannot take your pet on the ferry from England to Isle of Man.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Isle of Man 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 your ferry tickets to Isle of Man as far in advance as possible. Ferries can sell out, especially in the summer months so it's always best to book as soon as you know your travel plans. Prices are also usually cheaper when you book in advance.
| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From LiverpoolEngland |
To DouglasIsle of Man |
Average price£281.00 | |
From HeyshamEngland |
To DouglasIsle of Man |
Average price£281.00 |
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