CalMac Ferries · 9h
Larne to Douglas Ferry
Compare every Larne to Douglas sailing. From £57.73 one way, 7 times a day, crossing in about 9h.
- 9h crossing
- 52 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Larne to Douglas sailings on Saturday 31 October
7 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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Only 9 spaces left at this price on the 06:20 sailing.
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⚡ Fastest
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Foot passenger
Only 13 spaces left at this price on the 18:45 sailing.
★ Cheapest
Only 10 spaces left at this price on the 21:15 sailing.
About the Larne to Douglas ferry
CalMac Ferries operates the Larne – Douglas crossing 7 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 9h, with one-way tickets from £57.73. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £57.73 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.
Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.
Larne to Douglas ferry timetable
There are around 52 sailings a week on this route, 7 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Larne and Douglas are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larne – Douglas | CalMac Ferries | 9h | 52 | £57.73 | £258.16 | Yes |
| Larne – Cairnryan | DFDS Seaways | 2h | 9 | £15.46 | £41.91 | Foot only |
| Larne – Fleetwood | Wightlink | 6h 55m | 39 | £44.91 | £176.86 | Yes |
| Larne – Troon | Condor Ferries | 6h 35m | 37 | £43.09 | £166.41 | Yes |
| Dublin – Douglas | NorthLink Ferries | 10h | 57 | £63.35 | £298.14 | Yes |
| Belfast – Douglas | Condor Ferries | 6h 45m | 38 | £43.89 | £170.97 | Yes |
| Liverpool – Douglas | Irish Ferries | 4h 15m | 23 | £28.91 | £94.57 | Foot only |
| Heysham – Douglas | Red Funnel | 8h 5m | 46 | £52.07 | £220.59 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Larne to Douglas?
One-way fares start at £57.73. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £258.16. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.
Which operators sail this route?
CalMac Ferries operates the Larne – Douglas crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Larne to Douglas ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.
Getting to Larne
Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Larne port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Douglas guide for the other end.
Larne to Douglas ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Larne to Douglas?
The Larne to Douglas ferry takes approximately 9h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Larne to Douglas?
One-way fares start from £57.73. The average booking on this route comes to around £258.16 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Larne to Douglas?
CalMac Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Larne to Douglas ferry run?
There are around 52 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 7 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Larne to Douglas ferry?
Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.
What is the cheapest day to sail from Larne to Douglas?
Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.
How far in advance should I book?
Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.
Do I need a passport for the Larne to Douglas ferry?
Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.
Alternative crossings
Other ways to make the same journey, and nearby routes worth comparing.
Larne to Cairnryan
from £15.46
Larne to Fleetwood
from £44.91
Larne to Troon
from £43.09
Dublin to Douglas
from £63.35
Belfast to Douglas
from £43.89
Liverpool to Douglas
from £28.91
Heysham to Douglas
from £52.07
Liverpool Birkenhead to Douglas
from £22.90