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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Liverpool to Belfast

Showing times and prices for 25 Apr

Cheapest price

£57

Average price

£57

Fastest journey

8 h

Average duration

8 h

Ferries per day

2

Distance

233 km

Cheap tickets

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

Stena LineStena Edda
22:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
06:30Port of Belfast
£571One-way
0 changes
Stena LineStena Embla
10:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
18:30Port of Belfast
£571One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, flight and ferry for Liverpool to Belfast

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg.

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£60

Average Price

£111

Average Price

£56

Average Price

Cheapest

9h 4m

average duration

8h 4m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 50m

average duration

Fastest

50m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

17h 45m

average duration

17h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

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Liverpool to Belfast Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
22:30
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
22:00
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
8h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
10:30
Arrival Time
18:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Everyday

Live departures

Liverpool to Belfast ferry times

Showing ferries for today, Thursday 24 April
Last updated at 00:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
stenaStena Embla09:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
8h00
17:30 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect
stenaStena Edda21:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
8h00
05:30 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Liverpool to Belfast?

The best time to book your ferry from Liverpool to Belfast is 42 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Liverpool to Belfast route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Liverpool to Belfast per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Liverpool to Belfast.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Liverpool to Belfast

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Ferries from Liverpool to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £38 by flight.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £38
Official Omio partners on this route
Stena Line
Distance
125 nautical miles (233 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£41
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
14
Number of ferry operators
1
Fastest ferry
8h 0m
First ferry
10:30
Last ferry
22:30
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £38

Ferry operators: Stena Line Liverpool to Belfast

You can travel by ferry from Liverpool to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as £36. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Stena Line, a Swedish ferry operator founded in 1962, offers a variety of vessels including standard ferries and high-speed crafts, each with multiple classes such as Economy, Flexi, and Premium. Onboard amenities include comfortable lounges, restaurants serving a range of cuisines, duty-free shopping, and children's play areas. Stena Line provides several ticket options, including foot passenger tickets, vehicle tickets for cars and motorcycles, and cabin accommodations for overnight journeys. Popular routes include Holyhead to Dublin, Harwich to Hook of Holland, and Gothenburg to Frederikshavn, making it a key player in connecting the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe.

Ferry information from Liverpool to Belfast with Stena Line:

  • Average Duration: 8 h
  • Cheapest Price: £36

FAQs: Liverpool to Belfast ferries

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