The cheapest and fastest ferries from Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £36.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Stoke-on-Trent 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 23 Jul the direct ferries cover the 302 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.
11:008h00Stoke-on-Trent19:00Belfast£361One-way0 changes
10:008h00Stoke-on-Trent18:00Belfast£461One-way0 changes
11:008h00Stoke-on-Trent19:00Belfast£361One-way0 changes
10:008h00Stoke-on-Trent18:00Belfast£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £20, and a ferry costs an average of £27.
Distance: 163 nautical miles (302 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 3m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days 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 11:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 23 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 Stoke-on-Trent | 8h00 | 18:00 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Stoke-on-Trent | 8h00 | 19:00 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast by flight or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast
Ferries from Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest ferry covers the 163 nautical miles (302 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast are available to foot passengers.

Distance 163 nautical miles (302 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 9:30 |
Last ferry 22:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Stoke-on-Trent to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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 Stoke-on-Trent and Belfast
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Belfast ferries use the Liverpool (Birkenhead) to Port of Belfast port pair. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Belfast ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Belfast port do ferries from Stoke-on-Trent arrive at?
Getting to Port of Belfast from Belfast city centre
Port of Belfast is 6 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Belfast port facilities and services
Port of Belfast has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Thyme Restaurant (0.7km), The Dock Cafe (0.8km), Cast & Crew (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Belfast.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Belfast: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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