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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Wales to Belfast
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Wales to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wales to Belfast will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Wales for Belfast on Sun, Nov 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 23 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 Sun, Nov 23 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.
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Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Wales to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Wales to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €23.
Distance: 180 nautical miles (334 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
9h 4m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Wales 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 Sun |
Operator Stena Line | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Live departures
Wales to Belfast ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Wales to Belfast ferries for today, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 PM Wales | 8h00 | 5:30 AM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 23 | |||||
| Stena Line | 10:30 AM Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) | 8h00 | 6:30 PM Port of Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Wales to Belfast
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Ferries from Wales to Belfast run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €23 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 Wales to Belfast are available to foot passengers.
Distance 180 nautical miles (334 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 10:30 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Stena Line from Wales to BelfastYou can travel by ferry between Wales to Belfast with Stena Line for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Wales to Belfast
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wales 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 Wales to Belfast
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Thyme Restaurant (0.7km)
- The Dock Cafe (0.8km)
- Cast & Crew (0.9km)
- Main companies are Value Cabs and Fonacab.
- Free
- Metro service 96, Stop: Donegall Quay
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