The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chester to Bangor
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chester to Bangor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Bangor will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £42.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Chester for Bangor every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 25 Feb the direct ferries cover the 244 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, flight and ferry for Chester to Bangor
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chester to Bangor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 56m. 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 £28, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 131 nautical miles (244 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £104 Average Price |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Chester to Bangor 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 Tue, Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Live departures
Chester to Bangor ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Bangor ferries for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stena Line | 10:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 18:30 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
Stena Line | 22:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 06:30 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chester to Bangor
Ferries from Chester to Bangor run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 131 nautical miles (244 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Chester to Bangor are available to foot passengers.

Distance 131 nautical miles (244 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 09:30 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Chester to BangorYou can travel by ferry between Chester to Bangor with Stena Line for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
FAQs: Chester to Bangor ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Bangor 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 Bangor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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