CalMac Ferries · 9h 20m
Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast Ferry
Compare every Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast sailing. From £59.33 one way, 8 times a day, crossing in about 9h 20m.
- 9h 20m crossing
- 53 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast sailings on Saturday 31 October
8 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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Only 6 spaces left at this price on the 16:20 sailing.
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About the Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry
CalMac Ferries operates the Liverpool Birkenhead – Belfast crossing 8 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 9h 20m, with one-way tickets from £59.33. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.
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.
Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry timetable
There are around 53 sailings a week on this route, 8 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Liverpool Birkenhead and Belfast are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Birkenhead – Belfast | CalMac Ferries | 9h 20m | 53 | £59.33 | £269.28 | Yes |
| Liverpool Birkenhead – Dublin | Stena Line | 3h 5m | 16 | £21.88 | £65.16 | Foot only |
| Liverpool Birkenhead – Douglas | Stena Line | 3h 15m | 17 | £22.90 | £69.18 | Foot only |
| Cairnryan – Belfast | P&O Ferries | 2h 15m | 8 | £13.60 | £35.82 | Foot only |
| Holyhead – Belfast | CalMac Ferries | 9h 35m | 55 | £61.16 | £282.25 | Yes |
| Stranraer – Belfast | NorthLink Ferries | 10h 10m | 59 | £64.50 | £306.65 | Yes |
| Douglas – Belfast | P&O Ferries | 1h 15m | 5 | £11.05 | £27.92 | Foot only |
How much is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?
One-way fares start at £59.33. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £269.28. 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 Liverpool Birkenhead – Belfast 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 Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast 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 Liverpool Birkenhead
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 Liverpool Birkenhead port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Belfast guide for the other end.
Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?
The Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry takes approximately 9h 20m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?
One-way fares start from £59.33. The average booking on this route comes to around £269.28 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?
CalMac Ferries operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry run?
There are around 53 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 8 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast 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 Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?
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 Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast 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.
Liverpool Birkenhead to Dublin
from £21.88
Liverpool Birkenhead to Douglas
from £22.90
Cairnryan to Belfast
from £13.60
Holyhead to Belfast
from £61.16
Stranraer to Belfast
from £64.50
Douglas to Belfast
from £11.05
Dover to Calais
from £22.93
Portsmouth to Fishbourne
from £11.00