Belfast to Bangor ferry - Times and cheap Stena Line ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Belfast to Bangor

Showing times and prices for 23 Nov

Cheapest price

£46

Average price

£46

Fastest journey

8 h

Average duration

8 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

191 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Belfast to Bangor will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £46.

Fast ferries

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

On Sun 23 Nov the direct ferries cover the 191 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h .

The slowest ferries will take 8 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.

Stena Line
09:308h00
Belfast
17:30Bangor
£461One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Belfast to Bangor ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Bangor ferries for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 04:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
stena_line09:30 Belfast
8h00
17:30 Bangor0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Belfast to Bangor by ferry

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Belfast to Bangor

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Ferries from Belfast to Bangor run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 10:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 103 nautical miles (191 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Belfast to Bangor 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.
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Stena Line
Distance
103 nautical miles (191 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
4
Fastest ferry
8h 0m
First ferry
10:30
Last ferry
22:30
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
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 Belfast to BangorYou can travel by ferry between Belfast to Bangor with Stena Line for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Stena Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£37
Stena Line frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Belfast to Bangor ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Bangor 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 Bangor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Belfast to Bangor can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Belfast to Bangor is £43; 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 Belfast to Bangor is 8 h   to travel the 118 mile long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The first ferry from Belfast to Bangor leaves at 10: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Belfast to Bangor leaves at 22: 30.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Belfast to Bangor.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Belfast to Bangor.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Belfast to Bangor as it is a vehicle-only route.
The cheapest month to travel from Belfast to Bangor by ferry is September.

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Important Stations and Airports in Belfast and Bangor

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Bangor
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Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 08:00 - 18:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
carConnection
Car connection
M2 motorway, Exit 1A
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Thyme Restaurant (0.7km)
  • The Dock Cafe (0.8km)
  • Cast & Crew (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Value Cabs and Fonacab.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Belfast
  • Metro service 96, Stop: Donegall Quay

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