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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Birkenhead to Belfast
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Birkenhead to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birkenhead to Belfast will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £42.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Birkenhead for Belfast every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 06 Dec the direct ferries cover the 232 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.
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Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Birkenhead to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Birkenhead to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 125 nautical miles (232 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Birkenhead to Belfast Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Birkenhead to Belfast ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Belfast ferries for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Line | 22:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 06:30 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| Stena Line | 10:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 18:30 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast
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Ferries from Birkenhead to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 10:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (232 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Birkenhead to Belfast are available to foot passengers.
Distance 125 nautical miles (232 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 10:30 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Birkenhead to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Birkenhead to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Birkenhead to Belfast ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birkenhead to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Birkenhead, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Belfast, located 6.1 miles (9.9 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birkenhead and Belfast
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Thyme Restaurant (0.7km)
- The Dock Cafe (0.8km)
- Cast & Crew (0.9km)
- Main companies are Value Cabs and Fonacab.
- Free
- Metro service 96, Stop: Donegall Quay
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