4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Belfast to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Ferries per day
10
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Belfast to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Glasgow will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £40.
Of the 10 ferries that leave Belfast for Glasgow every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 11 Jul the direct ferries cover the 178 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 Irish Sea20:002h00Larne Port22:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes- P&O Irish Sea17:002h00Larne Port19:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes
Stena Line19:302h22Port of Belfast21:52Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)£401One-way0 changes- P&O Irish Sea14:002h00Larne Port16:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes
- P&O Irish Sea4:002h00Larne Port6:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes
- P&O Irish Sea20:002h00Larne Port22:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes
- P&O Irish Sea17:002h00Larne Port19:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes
- P&O Irish Sea14:002h00Larne Port16:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes
- P&O Irish Sea4:002h00Larne Port6:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes
- P&O Irish Sea8:002h00Larne Port10:00Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for Belfast to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 96 nautical miles (178 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price | £84 Average Price |
2h 52m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Belfast to Glasgow Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 17:52 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 02:00 | Duration 2h01 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 13:37 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival Time 01:52 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 16:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 07:15 | Arrival Time 09:37 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 21:52 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Irish Sea | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Belfast to Glasgow ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Glasgow ferries for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Irish Sea | 14:00 Larne Port | 2h00 | 16:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Line | 15:30 Port of Belfast | 2h22 | 17:52 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Irish Sea | 17:00 Larne Port | 2h00 | 19:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Line | 19:30 Port of Belfast | 2h22 | 21:52 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Irish Sea | 20:00 Larne Port | 2h00 | 22:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Irish Sea | 23:59 Larne Port | 2h01 | 2:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 11 July | |||||
| P&O Irish Sea | 4:00 Larne Port | 2h00 | 6:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Line | 7:15 Port of Belfast | 2h22 | 9:37 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P&O Irish Sea | 8:00 Larne Port | 2h00 | 10:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Belfast to Glasgow
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Ferries from Belfast to Glasgow run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 9 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 96 nautical miles (178 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 62 sailings per week. Ferries from Belfast to Glasgow are available to foot passengers.
Distance 96 nautical miles (178 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Ferries per day 9 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 62 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Ferry operators: Stena Line, P&O Ferries from Belfast to GlasgowYou can travel by ferry between Belfast to Glasgow with Stena Line, P&O Ferries for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
P&O Ferries
Stena Line
FAQs: Belfast to Glasgow ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast 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.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Belfast and Glasgow
Most Belfast to Glasgow ferries use the Larne Port to Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) port pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Glasgow ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Belfast port do ferries to Glasgow leave from?
Getting to Port of Belfast from Belfast city centre
Port of Belfast is 6 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Belfast port facilities and services
Port of Belfast has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Thyme Restaurant (0.7km), The Dock Cafe (0.8km), Cast & Crew (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Belfast.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Belfast: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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