Wigan to Belfast ferry - Times and cheap Stena Line ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Wigan to Belfast

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£53

Fastest journey

8 h

Average duration

8 h

Ferries per day

2

Distance

244 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Wigan to Belfast will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £42.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Wigan 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 Sat 06 Dec the direct ferries cover the 244 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.

Stena LineStena Line
10:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
18:30Port of Belfast
£421One-way
0 changes
Stena LineStena Line
22:308h00
Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
06:30Port of Belfast
£641One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Wigan to Belfast

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Wigan to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £40. 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 £40, and a flight costs an average of £23.

Distance: 131 nautical miles (244 km)

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Flight

£47

Average Price

Cheapest

£54

Average Price

9h 3m

Average total duration

8h 3m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Stena Line

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Ryanair

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Wigan to Belfast Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
22:30
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Sat, Sun
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
10:30
Arrival Time
18:30
Duration
8h00
Sailing Days
Sat, Sun

Live departures

Wigan to Belfast ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Wigan to Belfast ferries for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 19:05
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
stena_line21:30 Wigan
8h00
05:30 Belfast0 changesdirect
Saturday 6 December
stena_lineStena Line10:30 Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)
8h00
18:30 Port of Belfast0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Wigan to Belfast

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Ferries from Wigan to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £23 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 131 nautical miles (244 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Wigan to Belfast are available to foot passengers.

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 £23
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Stena Line
Distance
131 nautical miles (244 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
12
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 £23

Ferry operators: Stena Line from Wigan to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Wigan to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Stena Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£42
Stena Line frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Wigan to Belfast ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wigan 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Wigan to Belfast can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Wigan to Belfast is £39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Wigan to Belfast is 8 h   to travel the 151 mile long trip, with around there are 2 ferries per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Wigan to Belfast leaves at 10: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Wigan to Belfast leaves at 22: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Wigan to Belfast without having to change trains with Stena Line. There are 2 direct ferries from Wigan to Belfast each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Wigan to Belfast with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Wigan to Belfast is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Wigan 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.
For the best Wigan to Belfast ferry to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Stena Line. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services between Wigan and Belfast to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Wigan to Belfast by ferry is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Wigan and Belfast including taking a flight or ferry.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wigan and Belfast

Wigan
Belfast
Port of BelfastWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 08:00 - 18:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
carConnection
Car connection
M2 motorway, Exit 1A
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Thyme Restaurant (0.7km)
  • The Dock Cafe (0.8km)
  • Cast & Crew (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Value Cabs and Fonacab.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Belfast
  • Metro service 96, Stop: Donegall Quay
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