Liverpool – Douglas
Ferries to Isle of Man
Liverpool – Douglas
Ferries to Isle of Man
Depending on the season their are about 7 weekly sailings between Liverpool and Douglas. Steam Packet provides the ferry from Liverpool to Douglas. Liverpool Douglas ferries cost between $237 and $926, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
The earliest Liverpool Douglas ferry typically departs Liverpool at about 11:15 and the last ferry usually leaves at 22:00.
Ferries from Liverpool to Douglas sail in around 2 hours 45 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 7 weekly sailings from Liverpool to Douglas provided by Steam Packet. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Liverpool to Douglas typically range between $232* and $908*. On average the Liverpool Douglas ferry is $614*. The cheapest Liverpool Douglas ferry prices start from $232*. The average price for a foot passenger is $250*. The average price for a car is $695*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.
The distance between Liverpool to Douglas is approximately 112 miles (180km) or 97 nautical miles.
Yes, Liverpool Douglas ferries allow cars onboard with Steam Packet between Liverpool and Douglas. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Liverpool and Douglas use our Deal Finder.
Steam Packet allow foot passengers on Liverpool Douglas ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Liverpool to Douglas.
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| Liverpool - Douglas Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | UK | |
| Destination Country | UK | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Steam Packet | |
| Average Price | A$547* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 3 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2h 53m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2h 45m | |
| First Ferry | 11:15 | |
| Last Ferry | 20:15 | |
| Distance | 97 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The city of Liverpool is located in the north west of England, on the eastern shore of the Mersey Estuary. The city's diverse population, drawn from a wide range of nationalities, cultures and religions, particularly from Ireland have resulted in a city with a long and rich history. In 2007 the city celebrated its 800th anniversary and was also the European City of Culture in the same year, along with Stavanger in Norway. The city was also labelled the World Capital of Pop by Guinness World Records because of its world famous link with The Beatles and other groups from the Merseybeat era. Parts of the city have also been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites, in recognition of the city's rich heritage.
The Port of Liverpool, which is one of the United Kingdom's major ports, is spread over both shores of the River Mersey. On the Liverpool side of the river are the Passenger Ferry Terminals where passengers can purchase drinks and snacks. There are two daily crossings to Ireland with a crossing time of around 3 hours and 45 minutes which are currently operated by Super Seacat Fast Ferries. There are also two services each day to Dublin in Ireland with a crossing time of around 8 hours, five daily sailings to Douglas on the Isle of Man, with a crossing time of 2 hours and 30 minutes, and two daily crossings to Belfast in Northern Ireland with a crossing time of around 8 hours.
Douglas is the Isle of Man's largest town and lies on the east coast of the island, on the edge of a two mile sweeping bay and beach. The offers visitors many things to do and see and its promenade is always a hive of activity. Popular things to do in the town include the guided Story of Mann trail which takes visitors around some of the most famous sites, beginning at the Manx Museum. For petrol heads, the TT Grandstand is always popular and is where spectators can get the best view of the start and finish line of the world famous Isle of Mann TT Race. A trip to the Great Union Camera Obscura on Douglas Head is also worth a visit.
Ferry services from Douglas, operated by The Steam Packet Company, depart to Heysham, Liverpool, Dublin and Belfast. Both conventional and fast ferries are available, although the fast ferries only operate between March and November. Facilities on board the boats include shops, cafes and bars.
