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Journey Information
There is one daily ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast. Traveling by ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast usually takes around 8 hours, but some ferries might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 145 mi (233 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £36.98 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Stena Line |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Birkenhead to Belfast?
There is one ferry company that operates from Birkenhead to Belfast. Stena Line is the only company to provide ferry transportation at the moment. It only operates one ferry trip per day, which really narrows down the options.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Line | 1 | 8h 0m | £42.48 |
Book Stena Line from Birkenhead to Belfast from £37. There are 1 Stena Line schedules from Birkenhead to Belfast and you can expect on average to pay for a Stena Line ticket to Belfast. In Birkenhead, Stena Line departs to Belfast from 12 Quays Ferry Terminal and no other station. In Belfast, Stena Line arrives at Belfast (Albert Quay) and no other station.
An average trip on Stena Line from Birkenhead to Belfast takes 8 hours and 0 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 8 hours to cover the 145 miles (233 kilometers) from Birkenhead to Belfast. The trip is definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable on the ferry. It's a good idea to bring water and snacks.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast is on Tuesday. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Tuesday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Birkenhead to Belfast. Therefore, the 10:00 ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Birkenhead?
Main departure station: 12 Quays Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Birkenhead.
All ferry stations in Birkenhead:
12 Quays Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Belfast?
Main arrival station: Belfast (Albert Quay)
All ferries from Birkenhead arrive at one main station in Belfast.
Ferry stations in Belfast:
Belfast (Albert Quay)
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