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Ferries from Northern Ireland to England sail approximately 12 times per week and are available with Irish Ferries.

How long is the ferry ride from Northern Ireland to England?

Ferries from Northern Ireland to England take approximately 8 hours to complete this crossing.

What is the fastest ferry from Northern Ireland to England?

The fastest ferry from Northern Ireland to England is on the Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead ferry with Irish Ferries in 4 hours 1 minute.

Is there a car ferry from Northern Ireland to England?

Yes, you can bring your car on the ferry from Northern Ireland to England with Irish Ferries.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to England?

There are approximately 103 miles (165km) and 89 nautical miles between Northern Ireland and England.

How much is the ferry from Ireland to England?

The price of a ferry from Northern Ireland to England can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.

Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry

The Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead ferry ferry sails approximately 13 times weekly with a crossing time of 8 hours.

Northern Ireland to England Ferry Offers and Discounts

We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.

What is the easiest way to get from Ireland to England?

The best way to travel from Ireland to England depends on your preference for speed or cost. The fastest option is a 1-hour flight from Dublin, Cork, or Shannon to various UK cities. For a scenic and budget-friendly trip, ferries operate from Dublin to Holyhead with Stena Line and Irish Ferries, Rosslare to Fishguard or Pembroke (4 hours), and Belfast to Liverpool or Cairnryan (8 hours). Ferries allow cars and offer cabins for overnight travel, with rail and bus connections available from ports to major UK cities.

Can you take a day trip from Ireland to England?

Unfortunately, you can't take a day trip from Ireland to England by ferry due to the length of the sailing. We recommend that you stay overnight in England to make your ferry journey worthwhile.

Do I need a passport to go to England from Ireland?

A passport is not required for Irish and British citizens travelling between Ireland and England, as both countries are part of the Common Travel Area (CTA). However, airlines and ferry operators may require a valid photo ID (such as a passport or driving license) for check-in. Non-Irish and non-British citizens must carry a passport, and depending on nationality, a UK visa may be required.

How to book ferry tickets from Northern Ireland to England

Book and compare Northern Ireland England ferry tickets, operators, timetables and prices by using our Deal Finder.

How much are ferries from Northern Ireland to England?

From		To	Average price
Belfast, Northern Ireland		Liverpool Birkenhead, England	$400.39Average price

Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead
- Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead Ferry
  Stena Line
  
  13 Sailings Weekly
  
  8 hours
  
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About Ireland

Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic, to the West of Great Britain. The island of Ireland is politically divided between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland which is part of the United Kingdom. The region has a rather diverse landscape with a ring of coastal mountains and low plains at the center of the island. With three World Heritage Sites, Ireland’s outstanding natural beauty is of great interest to many tourists. Ferry travel is a popular method of getting from Ireland to England, Wales and the Isle of Man across the Irish Sea. Crossings are year round, fast and operated by a variety of ferry company across a number of routes. Despite the relatively long crossing, France is also well connected by ferry from Ireland. The ships are reasonably well appointed and as with the crossings to the UK, there are a number of operators and routes to choose from.

About England

England is the largest and most populous of the four 'home nations' that make up the United Kingdom. Geographically England is defined as the region in the central and southern parts of the United Kingdom with Scotland to the North, Wales to the West and North Ireland to the West across the Irish Sea. England can be divided into Northern England, the Midlands and Southern England with London in the South as the capital and center of finance and culture. Ferry travel is a very popular and well developed mode of reaching England, especially with visitors from Ireland and Northern Europe. It is an island after all. With a choice of numerous ferry ports on offer connecting the likes of Ireland across the Irish Sea, France across the channel and Holland across the North Sea, it is no surprise that crossings to England and its numerous world class ports are managed by some of the largest, luxurious and most well-known ferry companies in operation.

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Ferry from Northern Ireland to England