Heysham Douglas Ferry

Connecting the small town of Heysham on the coast of England with the town of Douglas on the Isle of Man, this ferry route provides an essential connection between England and the Isle of Man. From the town of Heysham, a pretty coastal village overlooking the bay, and known for its many floral displays, which have often won awards, and is incredibly close to many beaches and wooded areas, making it the perfect coastal getaway. The town of Douglas is the most popular destination on the Isle of Man, thanks to its beautiful buildings and cobbled streets, as well as being the starting point for the steam train, as well as many other destinations across the island.

With up to 13 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, and with sail times of around 3 hours and 30 minutes, there is no shortage of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Heysham to Douglas sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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Heysham - Douglas Ferry Route Summary
Departure Country	England
Destination Country	Isle of Man
No. of Operators	1
Operators	Steam Packet
Average Price	$378
Average Daily Sailings	2
Average Weekly Sailings	12
Average Sailing Duration	3 h 45 m
Fastest Sailing Duration	2 h 30 m
First Ferry	01:15
Last Ferry	16:15
Distance	94 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Heysham to Douglas Ferry Most Popular Questions

How long is the ferry from Heysham to Douglas?

The ferry crossing time from Heysham to Douglas is approximately 3 hours 45 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.
How much is the ferry from Heysham to Douglas?

Heysham to Douglas ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Heysham to Douglas is $378. Price exclusive of booking fees.
Which ferry companies operate between Heysham to Douglas?

Steam Packet provide the ferries from Heysham to Douglas.
How can I book ferry tickets from Heysham to Douglas?

Book ferries from Heysham to Douglas through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.
Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Heysham to Douglas?
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Heysham to Douglas with
- Steam Packet
Can you take your car on the ferry from Heysham to Douglas?
Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Heysham to Douglas with
- Steam Packet
Can you bring pets on the ferry from Heysham to Douglas?

Pets are not currently allowed on ferries between Heysham and Douglas.
How far is Heysham to Douglas?

The distance from Heysham to Douglas is 94 nautical miles.

Heysham to Douglas Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this ferry route has up to 13 ferries running per week, provided by 1 ferry operator, so there is not one single ferry timetable available here. Indeed, ferry timetables for this route can be affected by many different factors, such as seasonal changes, changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and so on, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most relevant information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.

How long does the Ferry to Douglas from Heysham take?

Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take between 2 hours and 45 minutes, to 3 hours and 30 minutes, to 3 hours and 45 minutes, and this variation is due to numerous reasons. These can include changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book, what your expected sail time will be.

Heysham to Douglas Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Douglas from Heysham will cost is defined by many separate aspects, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and other such factors, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend looking at the above graph, to see our monthly fare averages, check out our helpful fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.

Can I take my Car on the Ferry to Douglas from Heysham?

You are currently able to take your car with you on this ferry route.

Heysham to Douglas Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/24/2025 and 3/30/2025

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Steam Packet	01:45	06:00	4 hours 15 minutes	Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Steam Packet	02:45	06:30	3 hours 45 minutes	Tue
Steam Packet	02:45	07:45	5 hours	Mon
Steam Packet	13:45	17:30	3 hours 45 minutes	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Steam Packet	14:45	18:30	3 hours 45 minutes	Mon