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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Glasgow to Letterkenny

Showing times and prices for 11 Nov

Cheapest price

£46

Average price

£78

Fastest journey

2 h 15 m

Average duration

2 h 15 m

Ferries per day

5

Distance

242 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Glasgow to Letterkenny will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £46.

Fast ferries

Of the 5 ferries that leave Glasgow for Letterkenny every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, 11 Nov the direct ferries cover the 242 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 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.

Stena LineStena Superfast VIII
19:302h15
Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
21:45Port of Belfast
£461One-way
0 changes
Stena LineStena Superfast VIII
11:302h15
Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
13:45Port of Belfast
£461One-way
0 changes
Stena LineStena Superfast VII
15:302h15
Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
17:45Port of Belfast
£461One-way
0 changes
Stena LineStena Superfast VII
07:302h15
Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
09:45Port of Belfast
£591One-way
0 changes
Stena LineStena Superfast VIII
03:302h15
Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
05:45Port of Belfast
£1921One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Glasgow to Letterkenny

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Letterkenny among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £75.

Distance: 130 nautical miles (242 km)

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£41

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£126

Average Price

3h 15m

Average total duration

2h 15m

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Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

53m

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Glasgow to Letterkenny Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
11:30
Arrival Time
13:45
Duration
2h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
07:30
Arrival Time
09:45
Duration
2h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
23:30
Arrival Time
01:45
Duration
2h15
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
15:30
Arrival Time
17:45
Duration
2h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
03:30
Arrival Time
05:45
Duration
2h15
Sailing Days
Tue
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
19:30
Arrival Time
21:45
Duration
2h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue

Live departures

Glasgow to Letterkenny ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Letterkenny ferries for today, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 11:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
stenaStena Superfast VII15:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
2h15
17:45 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect
stenaStena Superfast VIII19:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
2h15
21:45 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect
stenaStena Superfast VII23:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
2h15
01:45 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect
Tuesday 11 November
stenaStena Superfast VIII03:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
2h15
05:45 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect
stenaStena Superfast VII07:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
2h15
09:45 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect
stenaStena Superfast VIII11:30 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
2h15
13:45 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Glasgow to Letterkenny

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Ferries from Glasgow to Letterkenny run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.

There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 130 nautical miles (242 km) distance in 2h 15m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Glasgow to Letterkenny 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.
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Stena Line
Distance
130 nautical miles (242 km)
Average sailing duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Ferries per day
5
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
12
Fastest ferry
2h 15m
First ferry
03:30
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 from Glasgow to LetterkennyYou can travel by ferry between Glasgow to Letterkenny with Stena Line for as low as £39. 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

FAQs: Glasgow to Letterkenny ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Glasgow to Letterkenny can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Glasgow to Letterkenny is £47; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Glasgow to Letterkenny ferry time is 2 h 15 min   covering the 149 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Glasgow to Letterkenny leaves at 03: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Glasgow to Letterkenny leaves at 23: 30.
There are 5 ferries a day from Glasgow to Letterkenny 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 Glasgow to Letterkenny with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Glasgow to Letterkenny is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Glasgow to Letterkenny 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.
For the journey from Glasgow to Letterkenny you can take a ferry with Stena Line. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services from Glasgow to Letterkenny on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Letterkenny from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Glasgow to Letterkenny is October.
You have options as you can travel to Letterkenny from Glasgow 2 different ways: flight or ferry.

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