Ferries from
England to Northern Ireland
Ferries from
England to Northern Ireland
England to Northern Ireland ferries are operated by Stena Line. 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 8 hours.
Yes, you can get a ferry from England to Northern Ireland. Ferries from England to Northern Ireland sail approximately 12 times per week and are provided by Stena Line. Just use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Northern Ireland today.
The duration of the ferry from England to Northern 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 Northern Ireland ferry also varies between routes.
England to Northern Ireland ferry times vary between 7 hours and 9 hours.
The fastest ferry from England to Northern Ireland is the Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast route. This ferry is provided by Stena Line and takes around 7 hours with an average price of £395.00. There are currently 2 daily and 15 weekly sailings on this ferry route.
England to Northern 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 Northern Ireland by boat, it's best to check the latest England to Northern 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 Northern Ireland ferries are provided by Stena Line.
England to Northern Ireland distance: 217 miles (348km) and 188 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, due to the crossing time, you cannot do a day trip from England to Northern Ireland.
There is currently just 1 ferry route operating from England to Northern Ireland:
Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast
There are up to 2 daily and 15 weekly sailings on this ferry route. The journey usually takes about 8 hours.
England to Northern 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 £395.00 on average.
Prices on the Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry start from just £129.00. Bear in mind that prices often vary and are usually higher during the peak summer months.
Yes, you can take your car on the ferry to Northern Ireland from England with Stena Line. Check out our deal finder for more information on routes and to find England to Northern Ireland car ferry prices.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from England to Northern Ireland with Stena Line.
Yes, you can travel with your pet on the England to Northern Ireland ferry with Stena Line.
Yes, you can book a cabin on ferries to Northern Ireland from England.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Northern 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 Northern 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 Northern Ireland ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best price. The cheapest ferries from England to Northern 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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