Cairnryan – Belfast
Ferries to Northern Ireland
Cairnryan – Belfast
Ferries to Northern Ireland
The Cairnryan to Belfast ferry route is provided by 1 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Cairnryan to Belfast takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Cairnryan to Belfast ferry can range between 2 hours 15 minutes and 3 hours 15 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 40 weekly sailings from Cairnryan to Belfast.
Stena Line provide 6 sailings daily, 39 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Cairnryan Port at approximately 03:30 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 23:30. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast is with Stena Line in 2 hours 15 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Cairnryan to Belfast usually cost around $500.50.
There are overnight ferries from Cairnryan to Belfast. The first overnight ferry leaves Cairnryan at 03:30 and arrives in Belfast at 05:45.
There are cabins available on ferries from Cairnryan to Belfast with Stena Line.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Cairnryan to Belfast with Stena Line.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Cairnryan to Belfast ferry with Stena Line.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Cairnryan Belfast ferry with Stena Line.
Foot passengers sailing with Stena Line can bring up to 1 piece of hand luggage measuring no more than 60 × 50 × 40 cm. Passengers with vehicles can bring as much luggage as they like.
The price of a ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast can vary between $187.23 and $616.71 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $151.87, with prices ranging from $49 and $320. The average price with a car is $505.78. Car prices can range from $200 to $643. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 August 2025
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Belfast ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Cairnryan to Belfast with Stena Line.
The best way to travel from Cairnryan to Belfast is by ferry. With 6 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Cairnryan - Belfast Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Scotland | |
| Destination Country | Northern Ireland | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Stena Line | |
| Average Price | $500 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 40 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2 h 15 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2 h 15 m | |
| First Ferry | 03:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:30 | |
| Distance | 58 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 August 2025.
As there are so many ferries running per day, up to 5 ferries a day, there is not one ferry timetable. Ferry timetables can also be affected by other factors, such as seasonal changes, and external factors, which makes it difficult to have one ferry timetable, but here at Direct Ferries we will always give you the most up-to-date information when making your booking.
The ferry operator that runs ferries on this route, Stena Line, is currently able to support cars and pets onboard their ferries, so you can bring your with you on this ferry route.
