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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Belfast to Wales
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€44
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€44
Fastest journey on Sep 19
8 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h
Ferries on Sep 19
1
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Belfast to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Wales will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 ferries from Belfast to Wales, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct ferries cover the 334 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 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.
9:30 PM8h00Belfast5:30 AMWales€441One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 PM8h00Belfast5:30 AMWales€441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Belfast to Wales
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €37, while a ferry costs an average of €58.
Distance: 180 nautical miles (334 km)
Compare ferry with
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€58 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Belfast to Wales:
A flight is €6 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Belfast to Wales costing on average €42.
Other travel options to Wales take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 0m.
Belfast to Wales Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Belfast to Wales ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Wales ferries for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 PM Belfast | 8h00 | 5:30 AM Wales | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Belfast to Wales
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Ferries from Belfast to Wales run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €19 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 180 nautical miles (334 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Belfast to Wales are available to foot passengers.
Distance 180 nautical miles (334 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 10:30 AM |
Last ferry 10:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Belfast to WalesYou can travel by ferry between Belfast to Wales with Stena Line for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
FAQs: Ferry from Belfast to Wales
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Wales 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 Wales, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Belfast to Wales
Most Belfast to Wales ferries use the Port of Belfast to Liverpool (Birkenhead) port pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Wales ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Belfast port do ferries to Wales leave from?
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.
More options for your journey from Belfast to Wales
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