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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Glasgow to Bangor
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Glasgow to Bangor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Bangor will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £29.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Glasgow for Bangor every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 18 Dec the direct ferries cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for Glasgow to Bangor
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 87 nautical miles (162 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £38 Average Price |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Glasgow to Bangor Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 13:45 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 02:00 | Duration 2h01 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 21:45 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Glasgow to Bangor ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Bangor ferries for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 2h00 | 06:00 Larne Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Line | 07:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 2h15 | 09:45 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 2h00 | 10:00 Larne Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Line | 11:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 2h15 | 13:45 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 2h00 | 14:00 Larne Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Line | 15:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 2h15 | 17:45 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 2h00 | 18:00 Larne Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Line | 19:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 2h15 | 21:45 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 2h00 | 22:00 Larne Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:59 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 2h01 | 02:00 Larne Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Glasgow to Bangor
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Ferries from Glasgow to Bangor run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 8 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 87 nautical miles (162 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 48 sailings per week.
Distance 87 nautical miles (162 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 48 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 03:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
FAQs: Glasgow to Bangor ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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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