Belfast – Cairnryan
Ferries to Scotland
Belfast – Cairnryan
Ferries to Scotland
There are around 5 daily and 37 weekly sailings from Belfast to Cairnryan. This ferry crossing is available with
The earliest Belfast Cairnryan ferry sailings typically depart Belfast at around 03:30. The last ferry usually departs at 23:30.
The average duration of a Belfast Cairnryan ferry is around 2h 22m. The fastest sailings are approximately 2h 22m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 5 daily sailings and up to 37 weekly ferry sailings from Belfast to Cairnryan. These sailings are provided by Stena Line. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Belfast Cairnryan ferry prices typically range between $211.67* and $860.1*. The average price is typically $672.22*. The cheapest Belfast Cairnryan ferry prices start from $44.48*. The average price for a foot passenger is $148.4*. The average price for a car is $686.33*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Belfast and Cairnryan is approximately 66.4 miles (106.8km) or 57.7 nautical miles.
Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Belfast and Cairnryan with Stena Line. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Pets are welcome on board Belfast Cairnryan ferries with Stena Line. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Belfast - Cairnryan Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | UK | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Stena Line | |
| Average Price | A$676* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 37 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2h 22m | |
| First Ferry | 03:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:30 | |
| Distance | 57 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Belfast is Northern Ireland's principal passenger ferry port with more than a million ferry passengers passing through annually. Isle of Man ferries arrive and depart at Albert Quay while Stena Line services use the Victoria terminal. With numerous ferry services operating daily and over night, Belfast port provides an excellent gateway between Northern Ireland and England, Scotland and the Isle of Man. The port is easy to access from the city centre and is well connected by motorway to the rest of Northern Ireland.
The Scottish town of Cairnryan overlooks Loch Ryan and is notable for its large modern ferry port. The port provides regular year round connections between Scotland and Northern Ireland with services to/from Belfast and Larne operated by 2 of the biggest ferry operators - Stena Line and P&O Ferries, each operating from separate terminals. Whilst many travellers just pass through Cairnryan en route to or from Northern Ireland on the ferry, the town features a hotel, some bed and breakfasts and guest houses for those spending the night.
