Northern Ireland
Ferry to Belfast
10 ferry routes serve Belfast, operated by P&O Ferries, Wightlink and CalMac Ferries. Fares from £11.05.
- 10 routes
- 5 destinations
- 7 operators
Ferry routes to Belfast
Cairnryan to Belfast
from £13.60
Belfast to Cairnryan
from £44.26
Holyhead to Belfast
from £61.16
Stranraer to Belfast
from £64.50
Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast
from £59.33
Belfast to Holyhead
from £16.13
Belfast to Stranraer
from £53.82
Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead
from £44.65
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairnryan – Belfast | P&O Ferries | 2h 15m | 8 | £13.60 | £35.82 | Foot only |
| Belfast – Cairnryan | Wightlink | 2h 15m | 38 | £44.26 | £173.10 | Yes |
| Holyhead – Belfast | CalMac Ferries | 9h 35m | 55 | £61.16 | £282.25 | Yes |
| Stranraer – Belfast | NorthLink Ferries | 10h 10m | 59 | £64.50 | £306.65 | Yes |
| Liverpool Birkenhead – Belfast | CalMac Ferries | 9h 20m | 53 | £59.33 | £269.28 | Yes |
| Belfast – Holyhead | DFDS Seaways | 2h 5m | 10 | £16.13 | £44.18 | Foot only |
| Belfast – Stranraer | Red Funnel | 8h 25m | 48 | £53.82 | £231.92 | Yes |
| Belfast – Liverpool Birkenhead | Wightlink | 6h 50m | 39 | £44.65 | £175.35 | Yes |
| Belfast – Douglas | Condor Ferries | 6h 45m | 38 | £43.89 | £170.97 | Yes |
| Douglas – Belfast | P&O Ferries | 1h 15m | 5 | £11.05 | £27.92 | Foot only |
About Belfast ferry port
Belfast in Northern Ireland is served by 10 ferry routes, operated by P&O Ferries, Wightlink, CalMac Ferries, NorthLink Ferries and DFDS Seaways. From here you can sail to Cairnryan, Holyhead, Stranraer, Liverpool Birkenhead and Douglas.
The cheapest crossing from Belfast is currently Douglas to Belfast, with fares from £11.05. Compare every departure below, then book in a couple of minutes.
Where can you sail to from Belfast?
Belfast connects to Cairnryan, Holyhead, Stranraer, Liverpool Birkenhead and Douglas.
Check-in and boarding at Belfast
Vehicle check-in normally opens two hours before departure and closes 45 to 60 minutes before sailing; foot passengers should allow 45 minutes. Have your booking reference, passports and, where relevant, pet documentation ready. See our full check-in and boarding guide.
Getting to the terminal
Follow signs for the ferry terminal rather than the town centre. Port approach roads are usually separate. Allow extra time on summer Fridays and Saturdays, when queues at Belfast build well before check-in opens.
Belfast ferry port: common questions
Where is Belfast ferry port?
Belfast ferry terminal is in Northern Ireland and serves 10 ferry routes operated by P&O Ferries, Wightlink, CalMac Ferries and NorthLink Ferries.
Which ferries sail from Belfast?
From Belfast you can sail to Cairnryan, Holyhead, Stranraer, Liverpool Birkenhead and Douglas. P&O Ferries, Wightlink, CalMac Ferries, NorthLink Ferries and DFDS Seaways operate these crossings.
What is the cheapest ferry from Belfast?
The lowest fares from Belfast are on the Douglas to Belfast route, starting from £11.05 one way.
What time should I arrive at Belfast ferry port?
Arrive 90 minutes before departure if you are taking a vehicle, or 45 minutes as a foot passenger. Check-in typically closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing, and first-time biometric border registration on international routes can add time.
Is there parking at Belfast?
Most ferry terminals offer both short-stay and long-stay parking. Pre-booking parking is usually cheaper than turning up, particularly in summer. Check the operator's terminal page for current rates.
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Routes from Belfast
Cairnryan to BelfastBelfast to CairnryanHolyhead to BelfastStranraer to BelfastLiverpool Birkenhead to BelfastBelfast to HolyheadBelfast to StranraerBelfast to Liverpool BirkenheadBelfast to DouglasDouglas to Belfast