The cheapest and fastest ferries from Glasgow to Letterkenny
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
242 km
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 £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £41.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Glasgow for Letterkenny every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 27 Dec 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.




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 £38. 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 £38, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 130 nautical miles (242 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Letterkenny ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Letterkenny ferries for tomorrow, Saturday 27 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:30 Glasgow | 2h15 | 08:45 Letterkenny | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Glasgow to Letterkenny
Ferries from Glasgow to Letterkenny run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £38 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.

Distance 130 nautical miles (242 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
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 |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Glasgow to LetterkennyYou can travel by ferry between Glasgow to Letterkenny with Stena Line for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
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.

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