Ferry to and from Belfast with Stena Line

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Best day trips from Belfast by ferry

The most popular day trips by ferry from Belfast are Cairnryan. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Belfast on Omio.

A view of Cairnryan

Day trip from Belfast to Cairnryan by ferry

Why visit Cairnryan for the day?

Cairnryan is a small coastal village on Loch Ryan in southwest Scotland, best known for its ferry ports. Its quiet shoreline and rural setting give it a practical, seafront character with easy access to the landscapes of Dumfries and Galloway.

How to get from Belfast to Cairnryan by ferry?

There are 9 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 39 nautical miles (73 km) distance in 2h 0m.

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Popular ferries to and from Belfast

Popular ferries to Belfast

Liverpool to Belfast ferry

from kr275
Direct ferries available
8h00 average duration
2ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line

Birkenhead to Belfast ferry

from kr280
Direct ferries available
8h00 average duration
2ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line

Glasgow to Belfast ferry

from kr353
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
9ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line
  • P&O Ferries

Stranraer to Belfast ferry

from kr354
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
9ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line
  • P&O Ferries

Cairnryan to Belfast ferry

from kr354
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
8ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line
  • P&O Ferries

Popular ferries from Belfast

Belfast to Liverpool ferry

from kr246
Direct ferries available
8h00 average duration
2ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line

Belfast to Glasgow ferry

from kr353
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
9ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line
  • P&O Ferries

Belfast to Cairnryan ferry

from kr355
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
9ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line
  • P&O Ferries

Belfast to Stranraer ferry

from kr355
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
8ferries per day
Served by
  • P&O Ferries
  • Stena Line

Belfast to Ayr ferry

from kr356
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
9ferries per day
Served by
  • Stena Line
  • P&O Ferries

Complete guide to Belfast

Things to do in Belfast

Discover the best of Belfast — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Belfast trip today.

  • Must visit

Titanic Belfast

Award-winning museum on the Titanic story, Belfast shipbuilding and ocean travel. Its immersive galleries are the city's signature experience.

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  • Must visit

Ulster Museum

Northern Ireland's national museum with art, history, archaeology and natural sciences. A varied and essential stop near Queen's University.

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  • Recommended

The MAC

Major contemporary arts venue showing local and international exhibitions in a striking riverside building in the Cathedral Quarter.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are mid-priced, pubs are reasonable, and local buses are affordable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is often not included. Tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and tipping in cafes is optional.

port information and services

Ports in Belfast

Check where to Belfast ferries depart and arrive, plus the main port details for this route.

Port of Belfast1 Corry Place, Belfast BT3 9AG, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Port of Belfast from Belfast city centre

Port of Belfast is 6 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus94A · 15m · kr47
G2, 94A · 16m · kr47 · every ~6 min

Port of Belfast port facilities and services

Port of Belfast has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Thyme Restaurant (0.7km), The Dock Cafe (0.8km), Cast & Crew (0.9km)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Port of Belfast.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Port of Belfast: Parking, Taxis, WC.

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