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

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chester to Belfast

Showing times and prices for 26 May

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

8 h

Average duration

8 h

Ferries per day

3

Distance

252 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Chester to Belfast will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £26.

Fast ferries

Of the 3 ferries that leave Chester for Belfast every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue 26 May the direct ferries cover the 252 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
    11:008h00
    Chester
    19:00Belfast
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Stena Line
    10:308h00
    Chester
    18:30Belfast
    £431One-way
    0 changes
  • Stena Line
    10:008h00
    Chester
    18:00Belfast
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Chester to Belfast

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chester to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £17, and a ferry costs an average of £26.

Distance: 136 nautical miles (252 km)

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Ferry
Most popular
Flight

£44

Average Price

£41

Average Price

Cheapest

9h 0m

Average total duration

8h 0m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Chester to Belfast Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
21:30
Arrival Time
05:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
22:30
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
10:00
Arrival Time
18:00
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
22:00
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
8h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
11:00
Arrival Time
19:00
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
10:30
Arrival Time
18:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat

Live departures

Chester to Belfast ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Chester to Belfast ferries for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Stena Line22:00 Chester
8h30
6:30 Belfast0 changesdirect
Tuesday 26 May
Stena Line10:00 Chester
8h00
18:00 Belfast0 changesdirect
Stena Line10:30 Chester
8h00
18:30 Belfast0 changesdirect
Stena Line11:00 Chester
8h00
19:00 Belfast0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Chester to Belfast

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Ferries from Chester to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 10:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest ferry covers the 136 nautical miles (252 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Chester 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 £17
Official Omio partners on this route
Stena Line
Distance
136 nautical miles (252 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
4
Fastest ferry
8h 0m
First ferry
10:30
Last ferry
22:45
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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 £17

Ferry operators: Stena Line from Chester to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Chester to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as £17. 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
£42
Stena Line frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Chester to Belfast ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester to Belfast can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Chester to Belfast is £44; 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 Chester to Belfast is 8h 0m to travel the 252 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Chester to Belfast leaves at 10:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Chester to Belfast leaves at 22:45.
Yes, there are 2 direct ferries a day from Chester to Belfast with Stena Line. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Chester to Belfast with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Chester to Belfast is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Chester to Belfast 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.
When taking a ferry from Chester to Belfast, you can count on Stena Line for the best way to get you to Belfast. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Chester and Belfast and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Belfast from Chester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Chester to Belfast is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chester and Belfast including taking a flight and ferry.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Belfast

Chester
Belfast
Port of BelfastWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
1 Corry Place, Belfast BT3 9AG, United Kingdom
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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