The cheapest and fastest ferries from Lancaster to Belfast
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Lancaster to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Belfast will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £47.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Lancaster for Belfast 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 209 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.




Travel Information
Compare flight, ferry and coach for Lancaster to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 112 nautical miles (209 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price | £55 Average Price |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Lancaster to Belfast Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Lancaster to Belfast ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Belfast 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stena Line | 22:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 06:30 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
![]() | 09:30 Lancaster | 8h00 | 17:30 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Lancaster to Belfast
Ferries from Lancaster to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 10:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 112 nautical miles (209 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Lancaster to Belfast are available to foot passengers.

Distance 112 nautical miles (209 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 10:30 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Lancaster to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Lancaster to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
FAQs: Lancaster to Belfast ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Belfast
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Thyme Restaurant (0.7km)
- The Dock Cafe (0.8km)
- Cast & Crew (0.9km)
- Main companies are Value Cabs and Fonacab.
- Free
- Metro service 96, Stop: Donegall Quay
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