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

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Belfast to Lancaster

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£42

Fastest journey

8 h

Average duration

8 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

209 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Belfast to Lancaster will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £42.

Fast ferries

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

On Sun 21 Dec the direct ferries cover the 209 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
17:30Lancaster
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight, ferry and coach for Belfast to Lancaster

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £48.

Distance: 112 nautical miles (209 km)

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Coach

£48

Average Price

Cheapest

£104

Average Price

£55

Average Price

9h 3m

Average total duration

8h 3m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

12h 50m

Average total duration

12h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

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Belfast to Lancaster Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
22:30
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
10:30
Arrival Time
18:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Sat

Live departures

Belfast to Lancaster ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Lancaster ferries for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 05:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
stena_lineStena Line10:30 Port of Belfast
8h00
18:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)0 changesdirect
stena_lineStena Line22:30 Port of Belfast
8h00
06:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Belfast to Lancaster

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Ferries from Belfast to Lancaster run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £40 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 112 nautical miles (209 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Belfast to Lancaster 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
112 nautical miles (209 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
11
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 LancasterYou can travel by ferry between Belfast to Lancaster with Stena Line for as low as £40. 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 Lancaster ferries

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Belfast to Lancaster can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Belfast to Lancaster is £45; 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 Lancaster is 8 h   to travel the 130 mile long route, with around there are 2 ferries per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Belfast to Lancaster leaves at 10: 28. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Belfast to Lancaster leaves at 22: 30.
There are 2 ferries a day from Belfast to Lancaster which require at least one change with Stena Line. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Belfast to Lancaster with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Belfast to Lancaster is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Belfast to Lancaster 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.
For the route from Belfast to Lancaster you can take a ferry with Stena Line. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services to Lancaster from Belfast on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Belfast to Lancaster by ferry is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Belfast to Lancaster including taking a flight, ferry or coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Belfast and Lancaster

Belfast
Lancaster
Port of BelfastWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office
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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