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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Manchester to Belfast
Showing times and prices for 20 Apr
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
271 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Manchester to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Cheapest
Stena Embla10:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)18:30Port of Belfast
£601One-way
0 changes
2nd Cheapest
Stena Edda22:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)06:30Port of Belfast
£651One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Stena Embla10:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)18:30Port of Belfast
£601One-way
0 changes
Fastest
Stena Edda22:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)06:30Port of Belfast
£651One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight, ferry and coach for Manchester to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m.
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price | £56 Average Price |
9h 3m average duration 8h 3m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m average duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 26m average duration 12h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Manchester 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 Tue, Thu, 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 Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Manchester to Belfast ferry times
Showing ferries for today, Saturday 19 April
Last updated at 02:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Embla | 09:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 17:30 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| Stena Edda | 21:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 05:30 Port of Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Ferry from Manchester to Belfast
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Ferries from Manchester to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £19 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.
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Distance 146 nautical miles (271 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 13 |
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 £19
FAQs: Manchester to Belfast ferries
FAQs: Take the ferry from Manchester to Belfast with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Belfast.
Cheap ferry tickets from Manchester to Belfast can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Manchester to Belfast is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester to Belfast ferry travel time is 8 h for the 167 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Manchester to Belfast leaves at 10: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last ferry from Manchester to Belfast leaves at 22: 30.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Manchester to Belfast with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Manchester to Belfast is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Manchester to Belfast 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.
When taking a ferry from Manchester to Belfast, you can count on Stena Line for the best way to get you to Belfast. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service from Manchester to Belfast and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Belfast by ferry is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Belfast including taking a flight or coach.
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