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Journey Information
5 ferries operate daily from Stranraer to Larne. The ferry trip from Stranraer to Larne is usually about 2 hours long. However, be prepared just in case your ferry arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 32 mi (51 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £25.37 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | P&O Ferries Irish Sea |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
Price trends for ferries from Stranraer to Larne
Monthly average prices
What ferry companies travel from Stranraer to Larne?
There is one ferry company that operates from Stranraer to Larne. P&O Ferries Irish Sea is the only company that connects the two cities by ferry. Fortunately, it has multiple scheduled ferries per day, so travelers still have a good amount of choice and flexibility.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| P&O Ferries Irish Sea | 5 | 2h 0m | £30.16 |
Book P&O Ferries Irish Sea from Stranraer to Larne from £25. There are 5 P&O Ferries Irish Sea schedules from Stranraer to Larne and you can expect on average to pay for a P&O Ferries Irish Sea ticket to Larne. In Stranraer, P&O Ferries Irish Sea departs to Larne from Cairnryan Port and no other station. In Larne, P&O Ferries Irish Sea arrives at Larne Harbour and no other station.
An average trip on P&O Ferries Irish Sea from Stranraer to Larne takes 2 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, P&O Ferries Irish Sea offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Larne.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 2 hours to cover the 32 miles (51 kilometers) from Stranraer to Larne. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Stranraer to Larne is on Thursday. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Wednesday is the way to go.
The earliest ferry leaves Stranraer at 04:00. The latest ferry leaves Stranraer at 20:00. To see the times for all ferries between the first and last ones, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Stranraer?
Main departure station: Cairnryan Port
Most ferries depart from the main station in Stranraer.
All ferry stations in Stranraer:
Cairnryan Port
Where does the ferry arrive in Larne?
Main arrival station: Larne Harbour
All ferries from Stranraer arrive at one main station in Larne.
Ferry stations in Larne:
Larne Harbour
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