Cheap ferry tickets from Birkenhead to Belfast

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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 and 5 minutes, but the fastest Stena Line ferry can make the trip in 8 hours.

Distance
145 mi (233 km)
Shortest duration
8h
Cheapest price
NOK 444.69
Trips per day
2
Most frequent service
Stena Line
Ferry lines
1

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How much does a ferry ticket from Birkenhead to Belfast cost?

Based on the average prices in the last 30 days, NOK 477 was the cheapest price for ferry tickets from Birkenhead to Belfast. Any tickets cheaper than NOK 477 is an especially great deal. Book as early as possible to get the best deals on ferry tickets, since ferry fares tend to climb the closer you get to the travel date. Try to book 13 days in advance to save NOK 63.93 on your ferry ticket compared to purchasing at the last minute.

Average ferry ticket prices from Birkenhead to Belfast by travel date

NOK 540NOK 360NOK 180NovNov

Over the next four weeks, the average daily price of Birkenhead to Belfast ferry tickets is expected to range from NOK 482 to NOK 538. If you are looking to travel to Belfast within the next week, you can find ferry tickets as cheap as NOK 538. As of today, the next cheapest ferry trip from Birkenhead to Belfast is on November 19, 2026 and it costs NOK 482. Just search on Wanderu for Birkenhead to Belfast ferry trips using the form above and sort the results by cheapest to see the best available deals for the date on which you plan to hit the road.

Prices as travel date approaches

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The best way to find cheap ferry tickets from Birkenhead to Belfast is to book your trip as early as possible, since most ferry companies increase ticket prices as the travel date approaches. That’s why you should book at least 13 days in advance. You’ll save up to NOK 63.93 on your ferry ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

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.

FerryDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Stena Line28h 5mNOK 508.83
  • Book Stena Line from Birkenhead to Belfast from NOK 444.69. There are 2 trips per day offered by Stena Line from Birkenhead to Belfast and you can expect on average to pay NOK 508.83 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 5 minutes, while the fastest available Stena Line trip will get you to Belfast in 8 hours.

    On weekends, Stena Line offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs NOK 444.69 for a weekend trip to Belfast.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast

There are 2 scheduled ferries that travel from Birkenhead to Belfast every day. Of these, 2 are direct ferries, meaning that you do not have to change ferries at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

2

Direct trips

2

The ferry usually takes around 8 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 145 miles from Birkenhead to Belfast. However, the fastest ferry only takes 8 hours. 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.

Distance (mi)

145

Distance (km)

233

The earliest ferry leaves Birkenhead at 11:00 AM. The latest ferry leaves Birkenhead at 10:30 PM. 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.

Earliest ferry

11:00am

Latest ferry

10:30pm

The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast is on Monday. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Monday is the way to go.

Most crowded

Monday

Least crowded

Monday

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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