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Journey Information
You can pick from 5 daily ferry trips between Larne and Stranraer. The average ferry journey from Larne to Stranraer takes 2 hours, though some ferries might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 32 mi (51 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £33.21 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | P&O Ferries Irish Sea |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
Price trends for ferries from Larne to Stranraer
Monthly average prices
What ferry companies travel from Larne to Stranraer?
There is one ferry company that operates from Larne to Stranraer. 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 | £26.45 |
Book P&O Ferries Irish Sea from Larne to Stranraer from £25. There are 5 P&O Ferries Irish Sea schedules from Larne to Stranraer and you can expect on average to pay for a P&O Ferries Irish Sea ticket to Stranraer. In Larne, P&O Ferries Irish Sea departs to Stranraer from Larne Harbour and no other station. In Stranraer, P&O Ferries Irish Sea arrives at Cairnryan Port and no other station.
An average trip on P&O Ferries Irish Sea from Larne to Stranraer takes 2 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, P&O Ferries Irish Sea offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Stranraer.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 2 hours to cover the 32 miles (51 kilometers) from Larne to Stranraer. 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 Larne to Stranraer is on Friday. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Sunday is the way to go.
The earliest ferry leaves Larne at 04:00. The latest ferry leaves Larne at 16:00. 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 Larne?
Main departure station: Larne Harbour
Most ferries depart from the main station in Larne.
All ferry stations in Larne:
Larne Harbour
Where does the ferry arrive in Stranraer?
Main arrival station: Cairnryan Port
All ferries from Larne arrive at one main station in Stranraer.
Ferry stations in Stranraer:
Cairnryan Port
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