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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Manchester to Belfast
Cheapest price on Sep 06
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 06
€50
Fastest journey on Sep 06
8 h
Average journey duration on Sep 06
8 h
Ferries on Sep 06
2
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Manchester to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Belfast will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 2 ferries from Manchester to Belfast, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct ferries cover the 271 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€471One-way0 transfers- Stena Line10:30 PM8h00Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)6:30 AMPort of Belfast€521One-way0 transfers
- Stena Line10:30 PM8h00Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)6:30 AMPort of Belfast€521One-way0 transfers
- Stena Line11:00 AM8h00Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead)7:00 PMPort of Belfast€471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Manchester to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €43, while a bus costs an average of €60.
Distance: 146 nautical miles (271 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€50 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price | €68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 3m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Belfast:
A flight is €7 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Manchester to Belfast costing on average €50.
A flight is €18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Belfast costing on average €60.
Other travel options to Belfast take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 3m.
Bus takes on average 11h 20m.
Manchester 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 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Manchester to Belfast ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester 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 Manchester to Belfast
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Ferries from Manchester to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest ferry covers the 146 nautical miles (271 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 14 sailings per week. Ferries from Manchester to Belfast are available to foot passengers.
Distance 146 nautical miles (271 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 14 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 1:45 AM |
Last ferry 10:45 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Manchester to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Manchester to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Manchester to Belfast
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Belfast
Most Manchester to Belfast ferries use the Liverpool (Birkenhead) to Port of Belfast port pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Belfast ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Belfast port do ferries from Manchester 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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