Ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland

How long is the ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

Ferry duration from Scotland to Northern Ireland ranges from 2 hours to 2 hours and 15 minutes depending on the ferry route operator, and ship.

Fast Ferry Scotland to Northern Ireland

The fastest ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland is on the Cairnryan to Larne ferry route in approximately 2 hours with P&O Irish Sea. The distance from Cairnryan and Larne is 47 nautical miles. 1 operator sail this route with up to 36 weekly sailings.

Are there overnight ferries from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

You can travel on an overnight ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland on the Cairnryan to Belfast ferry and the Cairnryan to Larne ferry.

Can you book cabins on the Scotland ferry to Northern Ireland?

You can book cabins on both ferry routes from Scotland to Northern Ireland.

What is the ferry price from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

Scotland to Northern Ireland ferry prices can range from £22 to £790. Prices can vary by route, operator, season, whether you have a vehicle and whether you’re sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry. All ferry prices can vary from season to season. Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees.

Can I travel with a vehicle on the ferry to Northern Ireland from Scotland?

You can travel on the ferry with a car from Scotland to Northern Ireland with P&O Ferries and Stena Line.

Can you travel as a foot passenger from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

You can travel as a foot passenger on both routes from Scotland to Northern Ireland.

Ferry offers and discounts from Scotland to Northern Ireland

Ferry discounts vary throughout the year. Visit our offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.

Scotland to Northern Ireland Ferry Tickets

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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.