Belfast - Stranraer
Ferries to Scotland
Belfast - Stranraer
Ferries to Scotland
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Stena Line, Steam Packet connecting England, Isle of Man, Scotland, UK. Ferries from Belfast sail approximately 7 times a day and up to 47 times a week.
Belfast ferries sail to Cairnryan, Douglas, Liverpool Birkenhead.
Ferries sailing from Belfast can range between 2h 22m and 9h . Ferry times can change from season to season.
The most popular route from Belfast is Belfast - Cairnryan.
Ferry price from Belfast can range between £72 and £500 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.
Yes, you can take a car ferry from Belfast with Steam Packet, Stena Line. For more information on routes and car ferry prices view our Deal Finder.
Foot Passengers are allowed on ferries from Belfast. You can travel as a foot passenger from Belfast with Stena Line, Steam Packet.
You can take your pet on the ferry from Belfast with Stena Line. For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.
Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Belfast. Operators that have cabins on ferries from Belfast include Steam Packet, Stena Line. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.
Yes, you can bring a bicycle on a ferry from Belfast. Most ferries have designated spaces where you can safely store your bicycle during the journey. It's recommended to check with the ferry operator in advance to confirm their policies and any specific requirements for bringing a bicycle on board.
Yes, you can typically travel with a motorhome on a ferry from Belfast. Many ferry operators allow passengers to bring motorhomes on board for an additional fee, but it's important to check with the specific ferry company you plan to travel with for details on their policies and any requirements for transporting a motorhome.
Yes, there are overnight services at Belfast ferry port. Many ferry companies offer overnight sailings to and from Belfast, which can be a convenient option for travelers who prefer to travel during the night. These overnight services typically provide cabins or seating options for passengers to rest and relax during the journey. It's recommended to check with the ferry operator for specific schedules and options for overnight crossings at Belfast ferry port.
Before boarding a ferry in Belfast, passengers are typically required to go through security checks similar to those at airports. These checks may include screening of baggage and passengers, metal detectors, and possibly explosives detection measures. Additionally, passengers may be asked to show their tickets and valid identification before boarding the ferry. It is recommended to arrive at the port in advance to allow time for these security procedures.
It is usually recommended to arrive at the ferry terminal at least 1 hour beforehand for foot passengers and 2 hours beforehand for passengers with vehicles, to allow enough time for check-in and boarding procedures. However, it is always best to check with the specific ferry operator for their recommended arrival time as it may vary.
Stranraer is a town in the south of Scotland in the west of the region of Dumfries and Galloway and was formerly in the county of Wigtownshire. It lies on the northern side of the isthmus joining the Rhinns of Galloway to the mainland. It was only in the mid 1700s that a harbour was first built in Stranraer itself, and further port development took place in the 1820s. But it was the coming of the railway from Dumfries in 1861 which finally established Stranraer as the area's main port. For much of the following 150 years Stranraer was unchallenged as the natural location for the main Scottish port for the Irish ferries. Roll-on roll-off ferries appeared on the Irish routes well ahead of elsewhere in the UK.
