The cheapest and fastest ferries from Newcastle to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Ferries per day
7
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Newcastle to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Glasgow will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Of the 7 ferries that leave Newcastle for Glasgow every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 25 Feb the direct ferries cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 22 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.
European Highlander
European Highlander
European Highlander
Stena Line
Stena Line
European Highlander
European Highlander
European Highlander
Stena Line
Stena LineTravel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Newcastle to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 113 nautical miles (211 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Newcastle to Glasgow Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 09:52 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival Time 13:52 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 17:52 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator P&O Ferries | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 02:00 | Duration 2h01 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 21:52 | Duration 2h22 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Newcastle to Glasgow ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Glasgow ferries for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:00 Newcastle | 2h00 | 16:00 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Newcastle | 2h00 | 18:00 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
Stena Line | 07:30 Port of Belfast | 2h22 | 09:52 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 0 changesdirect | |
European Highlander | 08:00 Larne Port | 2h00 | 10:00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) | 0 changesdirect | |
Stena Line | 11:30 Port of Belfast | 2h22 | 13:52 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Newcastle to Glasgow by flight or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Newcastle to Glasgow
Ferries from Newcastle to Glasgow run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 10 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 113 nautical miles (211 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 48 sailings per week.

Distance 113 nautical miles (211 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Ferries per day 10 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 48 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 03:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Ferry operators: P&O Ferries from Newcastle to GlasgowYou can travel by ferry between Newcastle to Glasgow with P&O Ferries for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Glasgow ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

