Larne to Cairnryan ferry with Stena Line

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Larne to Cairnryan

Showing times and prices for Aug 25

Cheapest price

€33

Average price

€38

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h

Ferries per day

10

Distance

53 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Larne to Cairnryan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Larne to Cairnryan will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.

Fast ferries

Of the 10 ferries that leave Larne for Cairnryan on Tue, Aug 25, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 25 the direct ferries cover the 53 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .

On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest ferries will take 2 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.

  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    12:00 PM2h00
    Larne Port
    2:00 PMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    €331One-way
    0 transfers
  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    4:00 PM2h00
    Larne Port
    6:00 PMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    €331One-way
    0 transfers
  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    11:59 PM2h01
    Larne Port
    2:00 AMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    €331One-way
    0 transfers
  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    8:00 PM2h00
    Larne Port
    10:00 PMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    €331One-way
    0 transfers
  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    4:00 AM2h00
    Larne Port
    6:00 AMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    €331One-way
    0 transfers

Larne to Cairnryan Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
02:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri, Sat
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
06:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
11:15AM
Arrival Time
01:37PM
Duration
2h22
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
05:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri, Sat
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
11:59PM
Arrival Time
02:00AM
Duration
2h01
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
02:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
06:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri, Sat
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Operator
P&O Ferries
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
09:37AM
Duration
2h22
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
05:52PM
Duration
2h22
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
12:52PM
Duration
2h22
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Thu, Sun
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Thu, Sun
Operator
Stena Line
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
09:52PM
Duration
2h22
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun
Operator
P&O Irish Sea
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
2h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Thu, Sun

Live departures

Larne to Cairnryan ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Larne to Cairnryan ferries for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Stena LineStena Line7:30 PM Port of Belfast
2h22
9:52 PM Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)0 transfersDirect
P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea8:00 PM Larne Port
2h00
10:00 PM Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)0 transfersDirect
P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea11:59 PM Larne Port
2h01
2:00 AM Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, August 25
P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea4:00 AM Larne Port
2h00
6:00 AM Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)0 transfersDirect
Stena LineStena Line7:15 AM Port of Belfast
2h22
9:37 AM Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)0 transfersDirect
P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea8:00 AM Larne Port
2h00
10:00 AM Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)0 transfersDirect
Stena LineStena Line11:15 AM Port of Belfast
2h22
1:37 PM Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)0 transfersDirect
P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea12:00 PM Larne Port
2h00
2:00 PM Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)0 transfersDirect
Stena LineStena Line3:30 PM Port of Belfast
2h22
5:52 PM Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line)0 transfersDirect
P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea4:00 PM Larne Port
2h00
6:00 PM Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Larne to Cairnryan

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Ferries from Larne to Cairnryan run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.

There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 28 nautical miles (53 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 33 sailings per week. Ferries from Larne to Cairnryan are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Official Omio partners on this route
Stena Line
P&O Ferries
P&O Irish Sea
P&O Ferries
Distance
28 nautical miles (53 km)
Average sailing duration
2h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
€31
Ferries per day
6
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
33
Fastest ferry
2h 0m
First ferry
3:30 AM
Last ferry
11:30 PM
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
42 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Stena Line, P&O Ferries, P&O Irish Sea from Larne to CairnryanYou can travel by ferry between Larne to Cairnryan with Stena Line, P&O Ferries, P&O Irish Sea for as low as €31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

P&O Irish Sea

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
€34
P&O Irish Sea frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
No luggage limits when traveling by ferry; pack as much as needed without baggage fees.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be taken without extra charges.
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in the vehicle during the crossing.
Cancellation Policy
If departure is delayed and journey is no longer purposeful, a full refund may be considered upon submission of reasonable supporting evidence.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are not permitted on board.
Amenities on board the ferry
Food sold onboard
Onboard restaurants offer a variety of meals and snacks.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations may incur additional fees; availability and costs vary.
Toilets
Accessibility
P&O Ferries provides assistance to passengers with reduced mobility both in port and on board.
Bikes
Bicycles are permitted on board; booking in advance is recommended.
Pets
Pets can travel free of charge on the Cairnryan to Larne route; up to four pets per vehicle.
Cabin reservation
Cabin reservations are available; booking in advance is recommended.
Car on board

P&O Ferries

About
P&O Ferries is a British shipping company, established in 2002 through mergers and acquisitions within P&O, and owned by Dubai-based DP World since 2019. It operates passenger and freight ferry services across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea. Key routes include Dover to Calais, Hull to Rotterdam, and Cairnryan to Larne. P&O Ferries offers a range of onboard facilities such as restaurants, bars, entertainment, and duty-free shopping. They also provide various ticket options and deals, including short breaks and offers for families.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
€31
P&O Ferries frequency
5 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure
Amenities on board the ferry
Food sold onboard
Multiple restaurants, cafes, and bars available onboard
Toilets
Accessibility
Wheelchair access available on most ships. Accessible cabins available on some routes. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Dogs and cats allowed in pet-friendly cabins or kennels. Must be kept on leash in designated areas.
Cabin reservation
Available on most routes, must be booked in advance
Car on board

Stena Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
€39
Stena Line frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Ferry from Larne to Cairnryan

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Larne to Cairnryan 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 Cairnryan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Larne to Cairnryan can start from as little as €31 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Larne to Cairnryan is €48; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Larne to Cairnryan is 2h 0m to travel the 53 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Larne to Cairnryan leaves at 3:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Larne to Cairnryan leaves at 11:30 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct ferries a day from Larne to Cairnryan with Stena Line, P&O Ferries, P&O Irish Sea, P&O Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Larne to Cairnryan with Stena Line
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Larne to Cairnryan is possible with Stena Line.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Larne to Cairnryan is possible with Stena Line. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Larne to Cairnryan, you can count on Stena Line, P&O Ferries, P&O Irish Sea, P&O Ferries for the best way to get you to Cairnryan. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Larne and Cairnryan and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Cairnryan from Larne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Larne to Cairnryan is September.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Larne and Cairnryan.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Larne to Cairnryan

Most Larne to Cairnryan ferries use the Larne Port to Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) port pair, with some services arriving at Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line). Use this guide to compare Larne and Cairnryan ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.

Departure ports in Larne
Arrival ports in Cairnryan

Which Larne port do ferries to Cairnryan leave from?

Ferries from Larne to Cairnryan leave from Larne Port. The port is 1 km from Larne city centre at Larne Harbour, Larne BT40 1AW, United Kingdom.
Larne PortLarne Harbour, Larne BT40 1AW, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Larne Port from Larne city centre

Larne Port is 1 km from Larne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBelfast Great Central - Larne Harbour · 4m · €7 · every ~2 min
Bus359d · 6m

Larne Port port facilities and services

Larne Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Carriages Bistro (0.6km), The Olderfleet Bar & Lounge (0.8km), Prom Cafe (0.9km)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Larne Port.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Larne Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Larne Port.

More about Larne Port

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