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Scotland Northern Ireland ferries are operated by P&O Irish Sea & Stena Line. Scotland Northern Ireland ferries run about 73 times per week. Ferry schedules can vary by season, operator, ship and route.

How long is the ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

Ferry time from Scotland to Northern Ireland can vary between 2 hours and 14 hours . Ferry time can differ by ferry route, operator and ship.

What is the fastest ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

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

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

Passengers can take a car on the ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland. Passengers can take a car on ferries with P&O Irish Sea & Stena Line.

How far is Scotland to Northern Ireland?

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

How much does a ferry cost from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

Ferry price from Scotland to Northern Ireland is based on a few booking preferences such as route, operator, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry. Prices will often vary by season.

Ferries from Cairnryan to Larne

Cairnryan Larne ferries sail approximately 6 times daily and up to 38 times weekly with a sailing time of 2 hours 1 minute.

Ferries from Cairnryan to Belfast

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

Scotland to Northern Ireland Ferry Offers and Discounts

For the best ferry offers, we recommend using our Deal Finder to compare ferry tickets and prices. Visit our special offers page to view current ferry offers.

How to book 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.

How much are ferries from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

From To Average price
Cairnryan, Scotland
Belfast, Northern Ireland 		$446.82Average price
Cairnryan, Scotland
Larne, Northern Ireland 		$411.35Average price

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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