Ferries from Ireland to Scotland

Ferries from Ireland to Scotland

There are twelve daily ferries sailing from Ireland to Scotland. P&O Ferries sail six times a day from Larne to Cairnryan and Stena Line have six daily sailings from Belfast to Cairnryan. There are currently no sailing between the Republic of Ireland and Scotland.

Ferries from Ireland to Scotland

Car & 4 passengers from £199
6 sailings per day       Sailing time: 2hr 15m
Car & 4 passengers from £217
6 sailings per day       Sailing time: 2 hours

The Stena Line Belfast to Cairnryan ferry service offers a direct link from the heart of Northern Ireland to the South West of Scotland on their two cruise ferries the Superfast VII and Superfast VIII. The crossing time is approximately 2 hours.

The P&O Ferries Larne to Cairnryan ferry service offers a direct link from the heart of Northern Ireland to the South West of Scotland on their two cruise ferries the European Highlander and European Causeway. The crossing time is approximately 2 hours. With the freedom to explore in your own vehicle, you’ll discover the iconic attractions that make Scotland a dream destination.

No matter how many times you go, you’ll find yourself drawn back to Ireland time and time again! And with no baggage charges why not pack it all in and enjoy a Car–cation?

There are currently no alternative routes to Scotland from Southern Ireland, Wales or England.

Why not try sailing to England as an alternative destination:

Ferries from Ireland to England

Why not try sailing to Wales as an alternative destination:

Ferries from Ireland to Wales

Car & 4 passengers from £253
2 sailings per day       Sailing time: 3hr 30m
Car & 4 passengers from £253
4 sailings per day       Sailing time: 3hr 15m
Car & 4 passengers from £255
4 sailings per day       Sailing time: 3hr 15m
Car & 4 passengers from £255
2 sailings per day       Sailing time: 4 hours

10 thoughts on “Ferries from Ireland to Scotland

    1. Hi Caroline

      If you are a British / Irish citizen, you do not need a valid passport. However, you will need to bring a form of identification with you. Acceptable forms of ID include:

      – A valid passport.
      – photographic driving license.
      – International Student Card.
      – government issued photo ID card.
      – health insurance/social security photographic card.
      – photographic bus/train pass.
      – EU Citizen Identity Card will usually suffice.

      We have a handy guide called “Passports and Identification” which has more information. I hope this helps.

    1. Hi Jo

      There is a ferry from Ballycastle to Campbeltown which operates during the summer. Unfortunately we do not offer tickets for this route. This is something we will definitely consider adding at a later date. We are sorry we cannot be of more help.

  1. Looking to drive from Belfast to Aberdeen. Is there a car ferry from Cairnryan to Aberdeen as its for a friend’s wedding and my mam cannot fly

    1. Hi Paul

      Unfortunately there is not a ferry from Cairnryan to Aberdeen. You would have to drive or take public transport.

    1. Hi Sinead

      Thanks for getting in touch, sounds like an amazing trip your are planning. We would recommend travelling on the Belfast to Cairnryan route. On the page linked, click on the purple “Get a Quote” button to book your journey. All the best!

    1. Hi David

      Unfortunately, we do not have a customer service line. If you could respond to this post with your issue I will try and help you out.

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