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Journey Information
4 ferries operate daily from Cairnryan to Belfast. The ferry trip from Cairnryan to Belfast is usually about 2 hours and 16 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Stena Line ferry can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 45 mi (72 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 15m |
| Cheapest price | €33.64 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Stena Line |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Cairnryan to Belfast?
There is one ferry company that operates from Cairnryan to Belfast. Stena Line 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Line | 4 | 2h 16m | €38.06 |
Book Stena Line from Cairnryan to Belfast from €34. There are 4 trips per day offered by Stena Line from Cairnryan to Belfast and you can expect on average to pay for a Stena Line ticket to Belfast. In Cairnryan, Stena Line departs to Belfast from Cairnryan Port . In Belfast, Stena Line arrives at Clarendon Dock .
An average trip on Stena Line from Cairnryan to Belfast takes 2 hours and 16 minutes , while the fastest available Stena Line trip will get you to Belfast in 2 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Stena Line offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Belfast.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 2 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 45 miles (72 kilometers) from Cairnryan to Belfast. However, the fastest ferry only takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. 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 Cairnryan to Belfast 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, Friday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Friday is the way to go.
The earliest ferry leaves Cairnryan at 06:00. The latest ferry leaves Cairnryan at 19:00. 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 Cairnryan?
Main departure station: Cairnryan Port
Most ferries depart from the main station in Cairnryan.
All ferry stations in Cairnryan:
Cairnryan Port
Where does the ferry arrive in Belfast?
Main arrival station: Belfast (Albert Quay)
All ferries from Cairnryan arrive at one main station in Belfast.
Ferry stations in Belfast:
Belfast (Albert Quay)
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