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Journey Information
There is usually just one ferry option from Birkenhead to Douglas per day. The average ferry journey from Birkenhead to Douglas takes 4 hours, though some ferries might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 80 mi (128 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 0m |
| Cheapest price | £62.01 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Steam Packet Company |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Birkenhead to Douglas?
There is one ferry company that operates from Birkenhead to Douglas. Steam Packet Company 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Packet Company | 1 | 4h 15m | £62.01 |
Book Steam Packet Company from Birkenhead to Douglas from £62. There are 1 Steam Packet Company schedules from Birkenhead to Douglas and you can expect on average to pay for a Steam Packet Company ticket to Douglas. In Birkenhead, Steam Packet Company departs to Douglas from 12 Quays Ferry Terminal and no other station. In Douglas, Steam Packet Company arrives at Ferry Terminal and no other station.
An average trip on Steam Packet Company from Birkenhead to Douglas takes 4 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Steam Packet Company trip will get you to Douglas in 4 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Steam Packet Company offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Douglas.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 4 hours to cover the 80 miles (128 kilometers) from Birkenhead to Douglas. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the ferry.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Birkenhead to Douglas is on Sunday. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Birkenhead to Douglas. Therefore, the 14:00 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 Douglas?
Main arrival station: Douglas Ferry Terminal
All ferries from Birkenhead arrive at one main station in Douglas.
Ferry stations in Douglas:
Douglas Ferry Terminal
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