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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Cairnryan to Larne
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
53 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cairnryan to Larne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cairnryan to Larne will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £29.
Fast ferries
Of the 4 ferries that leave Cairnryan for Larne every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, 06 Nov the direct ferries cover the 53 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 15 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.
22:592h01
Cairnryan01:00Larne
£291One-way
0 changes
14:302h15
Cairnryan16:45Larne
£391One-way
0 changes
18:302h15
Cairnryan20:45Larne
£411One-way
0 changes
06:302h15
Cairnryan08:45Larne
£471One-way
0 changes
22:592h01
Cairnryan01:00Larne
£291One-way
0 changes
06:302h15
Cairnryan08:45Larne
£471One-way
0 changes
14:302h15
Cairnryan16:45Larne
£391One-way
0 changes
18:302h15
Cairnryan20:45Larne
£411One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Cairnryan to Larne ferry times
Showing ferries for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:08
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:30 Cairnryan | 2h15 | 08:45 Larne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:00 Cairnryan | 2h00 | 09:00 Larne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Cairnryan | 2h15 | 16:45 Larne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:59 Cairnryan | 2h01 | 01:00 Larne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Cairnryan to Larne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Ferries from Cairnryan to Larne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
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
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Distance 28 nautical miles (53 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 45 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
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, P&O Ferries from Cairnryan to LarneYou can travel by ferry between Cairnryan to Larne with Stena Line, P&O Ferries for as low as £18. 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
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£39
Stena Line frequency
5 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
P&O Ferries
About
P&O Ferries is a British shipping company, established in 2002 through mergers and acquisitions within P&O, and owned by Dubai-based DP World since 2019. It operates passenger and freight ferry services across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea. Key routes include Dover to Calais, Hull to Rotterdam, and Cairnryan to Larne. P&O Ferries offers a range of onboard facilities such as restaurants, bars, entertainment, and duty-free shopping. They also provide various ticket options and deals, including short breaks and offers for families.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£23
P&O Ferries frequency
5 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair access available on most ships. Accessible cabins available on some routes. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Cabin reservation
Available on most routes, must be booked in advance
Car on board
FAQs: Cairnryan to Larne ferries
FAQs: Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larne with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cairnryan to Larne.
Cheap ferry tickets from Cairnryan to Larne can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Cairnryan to Larne is £36; 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 Cairnryan to Larne is 2 h to travel the 32 mile long trip, with around there are 5 ferries per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Cairnryan to Larne leaves at 03: 29. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last ferry from Cairnryan to Larne leaves at 23: 30.
There are 5 ferries a day from Cairnryan to Larne 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 Cairnryan to Larne with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Cairnryan to Larne is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Cairnryan to Larne 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.
Take the Cairnryan to Larne ferry with Stena Line. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the trip between Cairnryan and Larne as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Cairnryan (P&O), which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Larne Port, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month to travel from Cairnryan to Larne by ferry is January.
Yes, you can take a ferry to Larne from Cairnryan.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Cairnryan and Larne
Cairnryan
Larne
The major port for departures in Cairnryan is Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) for your trip from Cairnryan to Larne.
Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
Amenities at port
DiningAccessibilityWCCar Rental
The major port for arrivals in Larne is Larne Port. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Larne Port for your trip to Larne from Cairnryan.
Amenities at port
Wifi
ParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
A8, Exit at Circular RoadWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Carriages Bistro (0.6km)
- The Olderfleet Bar & Lounge (0.8km)
- Prom Cafe (0.9km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Larne Taxis and East Antrim Taxis.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Larne Port
- Bus Line 256, Larne Bus Station
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