Ferries from
Northern Ireland to Scotland
Ferries from
Northern Ireland to Scotland
Ferries from Northern Ireland to Scotland are available with 2 operators. There are 2 ferry routes. Ferries from Belfast to Cairnryan and Larne to Cairnryan are popular ferry trips from Northern Ireland to Scotland. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Northern Ireland to Scotland sail approximately 74 times per week and are provided by P&O Irish Sea & Stena Line.
Northern Ireland to Scotland ferry time ranges between 2 hours and 3 hours 22 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.
The fastest ferry from Northern Ireland to Scotland is in 2 hours on the Larne to Cairnryan ferry with P&O Irish Sea.
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Northern Ireland to Scotland with P&O Irish Sea & Stena Line.
The distance between Northern Ireland and Scotland is 55 miles (88km) and 47 nautical miles.
Northern Ireland to Scotland ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Belfast to Cairnryan ferry ferry sails approximately 45 times weekly with a crossing time of 2 hours 22 minutes.
Larne to Cairnryan ferry ferries sail about 43 times weekly with a sailing time of 2 hours.
For the best ferry offers, we recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.
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