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Ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast: Journey Information
There are usually 2 daily ferry trips available from Birkenhead to Belfast. Traveling by ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast usually takes 8 hours, but some ferries might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 145 mi (233 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $41.62 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| 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 one ferry line that services this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different travel times to choose from each day.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stena Line | 2 | 8h 0m | $54.10 |
Book Stena Line from Birkenhead to Belfast from $42. There are 2 trips per day offered by Stena Line 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 . In Belfast, Stena Line arrives at Belfast (Albert Quay) .
An average trip on Stena Line from Birkenhead to Belfast takes 8 hours and 0 minutes .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast
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 Saturday. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Saturday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Saturday is the way to go.
The earliest ferry leaves Birkenhead at 10:00am. The latest ferry leaves Birkenhead at 10:00pm. 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.
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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.
All ferry stations in Belfast:
Belfast (Albert Quay)
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