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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Birkenhead to Belfast
Cheapest price on Sep 06
€48
Average ticket price on Sep 06
€51
Fastest journey on Sep 06
8 h
Average journey duration on Sep 06
8 h
Ferries on Sep 06
2
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Birkenhead to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birkenhead to Belfast will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 2 ferries from Birkenhead to Belfast, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct ferries cover the 232 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 Sun, Sep 06 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 Line11:00 AM8h00Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)7:00 PMPort of Belfast€481One-way0 transfers- Stena Line10:30 PM8h00Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)6:30 AMPort of Belfast€541One-way0 transfers
- Stena Line11:00 AM8h00Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)7:00 PMPort of Belfast€481One-way0 transfers
- Stena Line10:30 PM8h00Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)6:30 AMPort of Belfast€541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Birkenhead to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Birkenhead to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €30, while a ferry costs an average of €44.
Distance: 125 nautical miles (232 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€44 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
9h 4m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birkenhead to Belfast:
A flight is €14 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast costing on average €44.
Other travel options to Belfast take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 4m.
Bus takes on average 12h 55m.
Birkenhead to Belfast Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Birkenhead to Belfast ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Belfast ferries for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Line | 11:00 AM Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Stena Line | 10:30 PM Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 6:30 AM Port of Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Ferries from Birkenhead to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (232 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Birkenhead to Belfast are available to foot passengers.
Distance 125 nautical miles (232 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 2:30 AM |
Last ferry 10:45 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Birkenhead to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Birkenhead to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Stena Line
FAQs: Ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birkenhead 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.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Birkenhead to Belfast
Most Birkenhead to Belfast ferries use the Liverpool (Birkenhead) to Port of Belfast port pair. Use this guide to compare Birkenhead and Belfast ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Belfast port do ferries from Birkenhead arrive at?
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.
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