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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Preston to Belfast
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Preston to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Belfast will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £47.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Preston for Belfast every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 21 Dec the direct ferries cover the 228 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 Preston to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Preston to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £41, and a coach costs an average of £55.
Distance: 123 nautical miles (228 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £55 Average Price |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Preston 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 Sat |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Preston to Belfast ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Belfast ferries for today, Saturday 20 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 | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 09:30 Preston | 8h00 | 17:30 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Preston to Belfast
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Ferries from Preston to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 10:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 123 nautical miles (228 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Preston to Belfast are available to foot passengers.
Distance 123 nautical miles (228 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 10:30 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Preston to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Preston to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Preston to Belfast ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Belfast
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office
- 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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