How long is the boat from Cairnryan to Belfast?

With a choice of 12 daily sailings you can travel by foot or by car to Cairnryan and Belfast from only 2 hours 15 minutes on two of the best ferries on the Irish Sea.

What is the shortest ferry crossing to Northern Ireland?

The fastest ferry crossing to Northern Ireland is via the Cairnryan to Larne route, with a crossing time of approximately 2h.

How long is the boat from Cairnryan to Belfast? – Related Questions

Is Stranraer the same as Cairnryan?

Cairnryan Ferry Port is just 5 miles north of Stranraer on the A77.

Do I need a passport to go to Belfast?

Most people need a valid passport to enter the Republic or Northern Ireland but there are some exceptions: If you’re a UK citizen, you can also use official photo identification.

How long is ferry crossing to Northern Ireland?

With up to 4 daily direct sailings and a choice of day and night crossings between Northern Ireland and the heart of England, you’ll cruise across in just 8 hours. These two new ferries are the largest, most spacious and most stylish ever to sail between Belfast and Liverpool.

What is the shortest ferry crossing from UK to Ireland?

Fishguard to Rosslare is the quickest ferry crossing to Ireland from Great Britain. This route takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes. Stena Line operates this route with 14 weekly sailings. The next quickest route is Pembroke to Rosslare, which takes approximately 3 hours, with 16 weekly sailings.

How long is the crossing from Heysham to Belfast?

It takes approximately 9h to get from Heysham to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do you get the ferry to Northern Ireland from Scotland?

Scotland to Northern Ireland Ferry

Sailings from Scotland depart from Cairnryan. Cairnryan to Larne with P&O Ferries – 7 times per day. Cairnryan to Belfast with Stena Line – 5 times per day.

What ferries go from UK to Belfast?

There is currently just the 1 ferry route running between England and Northern Ireland operated by 1 ferry company – Stena Line. The Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast ferry crossing operates Weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 8 hours 0 minutes.

How long is the ferry ride from Stranraer to Belfast?

There are 4 daily ferries from Stranraer to Belfast. Traveling by ferry from Stranraer to Belfast usually takes around 2 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Stena Line ferry can make the trip in 2 hours and 15 minutes.

How much is a taxi from Cairnryan to Stranraer?

The quickest way to get from Stranraer to Cairnryan is to taxi which costs £15 – £19 and takes 9 min.

How much is it to take a van on the ferry?

The ferry is free. The two boats used in the service carry pedestrians, cyclists, cars, vans and lorries. We have operated the ferry as well as owning it since January 2021. Check planned closures and live service information on our status updates page.

What ID do you need for ferry to Belfast?

It is compulsory for all passengers (including babies) to have their own valid passport or officially recognised European Union I.D. card when travelling to and from Ireland or France. In some cases, a visa may also be required. If you are driving a vehicle you will also need a valid driving licence.

What can you use instead of a passport?

Primary ID (submit one)
  • Valid or expired, undamaged U.S. passport book or passport card.
  • In-state, fully-valid driver’s license or enhanced driver’s license with photo.
  • Certificate of Naturalization.
  • Certificate of Citizenship.
  • Government employee ID (city, county, state, or federal)
  • U.S. military or military dependent ID.

What ID can I use if I don’t have a passport or driving licence UK?

You can use a UK birth, adoption or naturalisation certificate, but you must send it with one of the following: National Insurance card, or a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions or HM Revenue and Customs showing your National Insurance number – find your National Insurance number if you’ve lost it.

Does an expired passport count as ID?

We can only accept a passport that is valid and within its expiry date. This would be the same for any Identification documents.