- Must visit
Manx Museum
National museum covering the Isle of Man’s story from ancient times to today, with strong displays on the TT, archaeology and culture.
3,000+ travel companies
3,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heysham to Douglas
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Nov
- Cheapest price on 10 Nov
- £32
- Average ticket price on 10 Nov
- £36
- Fastest journey on 10 Nov
- 3 h 45 m
- Average journey duration on 10 Nov
- 3 h 45 m
- Ferries on 10 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 104 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heysham to Douglas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heysham to Douglas will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £32.
Fast ferries
On Tue 10 Nov, we found 2 ferries from Heysham to Douglas, including 2 direct services.
On Tue 10 Nov the direct ferries cover the 104 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 45 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.
Steam Packet2:15 3h45 Heysham 6:00 Douglas £32 1 One-way 0 changes- Steam Packet
13:45 3h45 Heysham 17:30 Douglas £41 1 One-way 0 changes
- Steam Packet
13:45 3h45 Heysham 17:30 Douglas £41 1 One-way 0 changes - Steam Packet
2:15 3h45 Heysham 6:00 Douglas £32 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heysham to Douglas
United Kingdom
Isle of Man
Ferries from Heysham to Douglas run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 56 nautical miles (104 km) distance in 2h 45m.
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
Distance 56 nautical miles (104 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 2h 45m |
First ferry 1:45 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Heysham to Douglas trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Heysham to Douglas.
Cheap ferry tickets from Heysham to Douglas can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Heysham to Douglas is £41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest ferry from Heysham to Douglas leaves at 1:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Heysham to Douglas leaves at 21:00.
Heysham to Douglas Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Steam Packet | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival time 17:15 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days wed |
Operator Steam Packet | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival time 17:45 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator Steam Packet | Departure Time 13:45 | Arrival time 17:30 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, thu, fri |
Operator Steam Packet | Departure Time 02:15 | Arrival time 06:00 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days tue |
Operator Steam Packet | Departure Time 01:45 | Arrival time 06:00 | Duration 4h15 | Sailing Days thu, sat, sun |
Operator Steam Packet | Departure Time 01:15 | Arrival time 05:00 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days wed, thu, fri, sun |
Operator Steam Packet | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival time 17:00 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days wed, fri, sun |
Live departures
Heysham to Douglas ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heysham to Douglas ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Packet | 2:15 Heysham | 3h45 | 6:00 Douglas | 0 changesdirect | |
| Steam Packet | 13:45 Heysham | 3h45 | 17:30 Douglas | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Complete guide to Douglas
Things to do in Douglas
Discover the best of Douglas — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Douglas trip today.
- Recommended
Isle of Man Steam Railway Museum
Working railway museum inside Douglas station, featuring historic locomotives, carriages and exhibits on the island’s steam railway.
Art Gallery at the Villa Marina
Gallery and studio space in the Villa Marina complex, showing changing exhibitions and giving a contemporary art stop in central Douglas.
- Must visit
Douglas Promenade
Long seafront promenade for coastal views, heritage transport and easy walking. It is one of Douglas’s classic places to spend time outdoors.
- Recommended
Strand Street
Historic shopping street running inland from the seafront, lined with Victorian buildings, public art and a strong sense of town life.
- Recommended
Douglas Harbour
Harbour area with quayside views, boats and older buildings. Pleasant for a short walk and seeing Douglas beyond the main promenade.
- Gluten-free
Manx Broth
A hearty broth with potatoes, onion and beef or lamb. It is a classic Manx comfort dish linked to farmhouse cooking and island thrift.
- Gluten-free
Manx Kippers
Smoked herring, usually kippered over oak. A staple Manx breakfast fish, long associated with the island’s fishing heritage.
- Gluten-free
Manx Queenies
Fresh queen scallops from Manx waters, often simply pan-fried. They are prized locally for their sweet flavour and strong seafood tradition.
Noa Bakehouse
Casual spot on North Quay for coffee, brunch and light meals, valued for quality ingredients and harbour views.
Coast Bar & Brasserie
Refined restaurant in the Claremont Hotel serving modern British cooking with a polished but approachable atmosphere.
The Boathouse
Popular seafront pub and restaurant known for seafood, grills and local dishes in a relaxed harbour-side setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Douglas is moderate for visitors: rooms and dining cost more than many UK towns, but buses are affordable and café prices are typical for an island capital.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for a casual meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, 10% is usual for good service if not already added. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
Bus Vannin
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £7.00
To the city centre
Douglas Railway Station -> Douglas Sea Terminal
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Ask for the current fare before travel if buying a paper ticket, as Isle of Man fares are revised periodically and official summary pages may not show all fare tables.
- Free timetables and ticket advice are available at the Welcome Centre in Douglas Sea Terminal. Card acceptance on buses should be checked before boarding.
FAQs: Heysham to Douglas ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heysham to Douglas 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 Douglas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Heysham and Douglas.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Heysham and Douglas
Most Heysham to Douglas ferries use the Heysham to Douglas port pair. Use this guide to compare Heysham and Douglas ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Departure ports in Heysham
Arrival ports in Douglas
HeyshamSouth Quay, Heysham, Morecambe LA3 2XE, UK+44 872 299 2992
Heysham port facilities and services
Heysham has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heysham: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
DouglasIsle of Man
Douglas port facilities and services
Douglas has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Douglas: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
