How to travel from Belfast to Stranraer

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Compare ferry for Belfast to Stranraer

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Stranraer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $82 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $82, while a ferry costs an average of $82.

Distance: 42 miles (68 km)

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$82

Average price

Cheapest

$2

Average price

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3h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 10m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

2h 57m

Average total duration

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P&O Irish Sea

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The cheapest way to travel from Belfast to Stranraer is a ferry with an average price of $82.
The fastest way to travel from Belfast to Stranraer is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 10m.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Belfast and Stranraer.
We recommend using the ferry as it is the most popular way to get from Belfast to Stranraer among Omio's users.

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from Belfast to Stranraer

How to get from Belfast to Stranraer by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

ferry

The best way to travel from Belfast to Stranraer is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    4:00 AM2h00
    Larne Port
    6:00 AMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $2281One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    4:00 AM2h00
    Larne Port
    6:00 AMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $2281One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    4:00 AM2h00
    Larne Port
    6:00 AMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $2281One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Stena LineStena Line
    11:30 PM2h22
    Port of Belfast
    1:52 AMPort of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
    $2331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Stena LineStena Line
    3:20 AM2h22
    Port of Belfast
    5:42 AMPort of Cairnryan (Stena Line)
    $2331One-way
    0 transfers
  • P&O Irish SeaP&O Irish Sea
    4:00 PM2h00
    Larne Port
    6:00 PMPort of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries)
    $2391One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Belfast to Stranraer

Travel to Stranraer easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Belfast to Stranraer.

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You can travel between Belfast and Stranraer by ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Belfast to Stranraer is a ferry with an average price of $82.
The fastest way to travel from Belfast to Stranraer is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 10m.
The distance from Belfast to Stranraer is approximately 42 miles (68 km).
The average frequency per day from Belfast to Stranraer is:
  • Around 9 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Belfast and Stranraer as scheduled services by ferry can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Belfast to Stranraer:
  • Ferries mostly depart from Larne Port and arrive in Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Belfast to Stranraer, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Stena Line, P&O Ferries, P&O Irish Sea to go to Stranraer by ferry.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Belfast to Stranraer:
  • 9 direct ferries per day with Stena Line, P&O Ferries, P&O Irish Sea.
Omio customers who travel from Belfast to Stranraer often also extend their vacation to go to Larne, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dumfries, Ayr. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stranraer and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stranraer to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Stranraer, allowing time to visit attractions like Castle of St John, enjoy the local beaches, and take day trips to nearby areas such as the Mull of Galloway.

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