Ballymena to Glasgow ferry - Times and cheap Stena Line ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ballymena to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for 17 Jun

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

169 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ballymena to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ballymena to Glasgow will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Ballymena for Glasgow every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed 17 Jun the direct ferries cover the 169 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .

The slowest ferries will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • P&O Ferries
    7:002h00
    Ballymena
    9:00Glasgow
    £281One-way
    0 changes

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Compare flight and ferry for Ballymena to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ballymena to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £54.

Distance: 91 nautical miles (169 km)

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Flight

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£61

Average Price

3h 22m

Average total duration

2h 22m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

45m

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3h 0m

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Direct Options

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Ballymena to Glasgow Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
07:00
Arrival Time
09:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
12:00
Arrival Time
14:00
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Live departures

Ballymena to Glasgow ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Ballymena to Glasgow ferries for today, Tuesday 16 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
P&O Ferries7:00 Ballymena
2h00
9:00 Glasgow0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Ballymena to Glasgow

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Ferries from Ballymena to Glasgow run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.

There are 9 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 91 nautical miles (169 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Ballymena to Glasgow are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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Stena Line
Distance
91 nautical miles (169 km)
Average sailing duration
2h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Ferries per day
9
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
10
Fastest ferry
2h 0m
First ferry
3:30
Last ferry
23:30
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Stena Line from Ballymena to GlasgowYou can travel by ferry between Ballymena to Glasgow with Stena Line for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Stena Line frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Ballymena to Glasgow ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ballymena to Glasgow by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Ballymena to Glasgow can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Ballymena to Glasgow is £33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Ballymena to Glasgow is 2h 0m to travel the 169 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Ballymena to Glasgow leaves at 3:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Ballymena to Glasgow leaves at 23:30.
Yes, there are 9 direct ferries a day from Ballymena to Glasgow with Stena Line. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Ballymena to Glasgow with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Ballymena to Glasgow is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Ballymena to Glasgow is possible with Stena Line. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Ballymena to Glasgow, you can count on Stena Line for the best way to get you to Glasgow. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Ballymena and Glasgow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Glasgow from Ballymena is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Ballymena to Glasgow is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ballymena and Glasgow including taking a flight and ferry.
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