Ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland
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Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

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Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

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P&O Irish Sea & Stena Line provide the ferries from Scotland to Northern Ireland, with around 71 times per week. Ferry schedules can vary by season and operator.

How long is the ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

Scotland Northern Ireland ferry time can range from 2 hours to 3 hours 15 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry route, operator, and whether the ship is a conventional or high speed ferry.

Is there a fast ferry to Scotland to Northern Ireland?

The fastest ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland in approximately 2 hours with P&O Irish Sea on the Cairnryan Larne ferry.

Can I take a car on the ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

Yes, passengers can take a car on Scotland Northern Ireland ferries with P&O Irish Sea & Stena Line.

What is the distance between Scotland and Northern Ireland?

The distance between Scotland and Northern Ireland is 54.5 miles (87.7km) and 47.4 nautical miles from the nearest destination ports.

What is the price of a ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

Ferry prices from Scotland to Northern Ireland ranges on booking factors such as route, operator, season and vessel.

Cairnryan to Larne Ferries

The Cairnryan to Larne ferry sails approximately 5 times daily and up to 34 weekly with a crossing time of 2 hours .

Cairnryan to Larne Ferries

Ferries from Cairnryan to Belfast sail about 6 times daily and up to 40 weekly with a sailing time of 2 hours 16 minutes.

Ferry Offers from Scotland to Northern Ireland

For the best ferry price, we recommend booking in advance for the cheapest tickets. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.

Booking ferry tickets from Scotland to Northern Ireland

With Direct Ferries you can book and compare Scotland Northern Ireland ferry tickets, operators, timetables and prices using our Deal Finder.

Ferries from Scotland to Northern Ireland

About Scotland

Scotland is the northernmost country in the United Kingdom, occupying the Northern third of the land, sharing a border with England to the South. Scotland is a beautiful country well-known for its dramatic scenery of mountains and rugged coastlines, with the natural scenes of the Highlands as a top winner. The Scottish climate tends to be very changeable, but even though the sun might not always shine, the warm welcome from the wonderful diversity of landscapes attracts many visitors. If you’re heading away from Scotland by ferry then Northern Ireland is easily accessible with a choice of routes and ferry companies. Travelling from the Scottish mainland to the Orkney, Shetland or any of the destinations off Scotland’s west coast is more convenient than ever before and you’ll get to take in some of the most spectacular coastlines and landscapes in the UK while you sail too. The direct route to the continent is no longer available, but there are numerous routes from Northern England to use instead.

About Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland is one of the four parts of the United Kingdom, located in the island of Ireland, bordering the Republic of Ireland to the South and West. Whether the thriving and vibrant city of Belfast and the story of the Titanic, the Giant’s Causeway coast with enchanting land and seascapes, or the ancient city of Derry with its rich cultural and architectural heritage, Northern Ireland offers so much for everyone to enjoy. Getting in by ferry is simple with crossings on offer from England, Isle of Man and Scotland. The short hop from Scotland is regular, year round and offered by a number of ferry operators. The direct connection from England is less regular, but also year round and a popular service. As there are numerous crossings to Ireland, including a service from the continent via France, you could also choose to sail to Ireland and drive across the border to Northern Ireland.

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