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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Bradford to Belfast

Showing times and prices for 17 Nov

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£48

Fastest journey

8 h

Average duration

8 h 15 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

286 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bradford to Belfast will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £43.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Bradford 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 Mon, 17 Nov the direct ferries cover the 286 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h .

The slowest ferries will take 8 h 30 m 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 LineStena Edda
10:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
18:30Port of Belfast
£431One-way
0 changes
Stena LineStena Estrid
22:008h30
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
06:30Port of Belfast
£541One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight, ferry and coach for Bradford to Belfast

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £41. 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 £41, and a flight costs an average of £22.

Distance: 154 nautical miles (286 km)

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Flight

£48

Average Price

Cheapest

£55

Average Price

£57

Average Price

9h 12m

Average total duration

8h 12m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

12h 55m

Average total duration

12h 25m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

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3h 0m

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Stena Line

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Bradford to Belfast Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
22:00
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
8h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
10:30
Arrival Time
18:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Mon

Live departures

Bradford to Belfast ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Belfast ferries for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 02:00
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
stena09:30 Bradford
8h00
17:30 Belfast0 changesdirect
stena21:30 Bradford
8h00
05:30 Belfast0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Bradford to Belfast

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Ferries from Bradford to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £22 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 154 nautical miles (286 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Bradford to Belfast 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22
Official Omio partners on this route
Stena Line
Distance
154 nautical miles (286 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£41
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22

Ferry operators: Stena Line from Bradford to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Bradford to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Stena Line

About
Stena Line is a Swedish ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the North Sea, Irish Sea, and Baltic Sea. The company was founded in 1962 and is based in Gothenburg, Sweden. Stena Line operates ferry services between Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the UK, Ireland, The Netherlands and Poland. In addition to traditional ferry services, Stena Line also operates a number of high-speed craft and a number of fast craft services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£37
Stena Line frequency
2 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation fees vary by ticket type and timing. Economy tickets non-refundable, Flexi tickets refundable
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available. Options range from casual to fine dining.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most ships, including elevators, specially adapted cabins and toilets. Assistance available with prior notice.
Pets
Dogs, cats and other small pets allowed in designated areas and pet-friendly cabins. Must be kept in carriers or on leash with muzzle.
Cabin reservation
Variety of cabins available from standard to deluxe suites
Car on board

FAQs: Bradford to Belfast ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Bradford to Belfast can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Bradford to Belfast is £38; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bradford to Belfast ferry travel time is 8 h   for the 177 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Bradford to Belfast leaves at 10: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Bradford to Belfast leaves at 22: 30.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Bradford to Belfast.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Bradford to Belfast.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Bradford to Belfast as it is a vehicle-only route.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Bradford to Belfast is August.
Yes, you can take a flight between Bradford and Belfast.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Belfast

Bradford
Belfast
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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