Liverpool Birkenhead
Belfast
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Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast Ferry

There are around 1 daily and 12 weekly sailings from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast. This ferry crossing is available with Stena Line. Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast ferries cost between $166.75 and $915.38, depending on booking details. Prices exclude any service fees. Please note that ferry schedules can vary by season and operator. We recommend that you use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast ferries.

What is the ferry schedule from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

The earliest Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast ferry sailings typically depart Liverpool Birkenhead at around 10:30. The last ferry usually departs at 22:30.

How long is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

The average duration of a Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast ferry is around 8h 0m. The fastest sailings are approximately 7h 0m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 1 daily sailings and up to 12 weekly ferry sailings from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast. These sailings are provided by Stena Line. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

How much does the ferry cost from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast ferry prices typically range between $166.75* and $915.38*. The average price is typically $679.05*. The cheapest Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast ferry prices start from $67.7*. The average price for a foot passenger is $222.1*. The average price for a car is $711.68*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

What is the distance from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

The distance between Liverpool Birkenhead and Belfast is approximately 216.5 miles (348.5km) or 188.2 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast with a car?

Stena Line allow cars to travel on Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast ferries. Use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing for car ferries between Liverpool Birkenhead and Belfast.

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Liverpool Birkenhead and Belfast with Stena Line. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

Pets are welcome on board Liverpool Birkenhead Belfast ferries with Stena Line. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Liverpool Birkenhead - Belfast Route summary
Departure Country UK
Destination Country UK
No. of Operators 1
Operators Stena Line
Average Price A$682*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 12
Average Sailing Duration 8h 0m
Fastest Sailing Duration 7h 0m
First Ferry 10:30
Last Ferry 22:30
Distance 188 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast is approximately 8h. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

How much is the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

The average price of a ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast is approximately 404 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

There is 1 ferry operator for Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast and this is
  • Stena Line

How can I book ferry tickets from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

Ferries from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast with
  • Stena Line

Can you take your car on the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast with
  • Stena Line

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast?

Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation. Please read the operators pet guidelines. The following operators currently allow pets on the ferry
  • Stena Line

How far is Belfast from Liverpool Birkenhead?

The distance between Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast is approximately 188 nautical miles.

Liverpool Birkenhead Guide

Birkenhead is part of the vast Liverpool docks system and is operated by the Mersey Docks and Harbour Company. A route operated by Stena Line, Liverpool Birkenhead is a popular gateway to Belfast from the Twelve Quays Ferry Terminal, which also offers passenger and freight services to Douglas on the Isle of Man, run by Steam Packet.

The town of Birkenhead is located on the Wirral Peninsular, in the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral in Merseyside, in the north west of England. The town lies on the western shores of the River Mersey, opposite the city of Liverpool, while its history has strong links with shipbuilding.

In Birkenhead itself, visitors will find one of the first publicly funded parks in Britain, designed in 1843 by Sir Joseph Paxton, while other interesting landmarks include Birkenhead Hotel, Bidston Windmill, found on a ridge behind the town, Flaybrick Watertower and Flaybrick Memorial Gardens.


Belfast Guide

Belfast Harbour is an important seaport in the United Kingdom, with one of the leading ferry operators, Stena Line, connecting it with Liverpool and Cairnryan. You can also reach Belfast from the Isle of Man, with seasonal services provided by Steam Packet.

Belfast is Northern Ireland's capital city, surrounded by mountains creating a specific climate beneficial to horticulture. Moreover, it lies at the mouth of the River Lagan located in County Antrim, although parts of east and south Belfast are actually located in County Down. It is, then, quite a green space and offers visitors plenty of parkland and forest parks to explore from Cave Hill Country Park and Lagan Valley Regional Park to the Victorian Botanic Gardens in the heart of the city.

From an architectural perspective Belfast has some fine buildings including the Edwardian City Hall and the modern Waterfront Hall. Many of the city's Victorian landmarks, including the main Lanyon Building at Queen's University Belfast and the Linenhall Library, were designed by Sir Charles Lanyon.


Liverpool Birkenhead to Belfast Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 18/11/2024 and 24/11/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Stena Line 10:30 18:30 8 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Stena Line 22:00 06:30 8 hours 30 minutes Tue
Stena Line 22:30 06:30 8 hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

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