Ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan in Scotland
Travel on the biggest ferries ever to sail between Northern Ireland and Scotland. Sail from Belfast to Cairnryan on the Stena Superfast VII & Stena Superfast VIII in a crossing time from only 2 hours 15 minutes with a choice of up to six daily crossings.
Belfast to Cairnryan
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The Stena Superfast ships are the largest, most luxurious ferries sailing to Scotland, possibly providing you the best ferry experience on the Irish Sea! The crossing will take around 2 hours 15 minutes and there are up to six sailings each day departing from Belfast for Scotland.
Onboard the Belfast to Cairnryan route there is lots to enjoy such as the Pure Nordic Spa, the POD Lounge, The Living Room and Taste restaurant. And of course, there’s still free Wi-Fi, free movies, Curious George and the exclusive Stena Plus Lounge. Don’t forget that there are no baggage charges, so if you can fit it in the car, then you are good to go.
With dramatic landscapes and a friendly welcome, a visit to Scotland is an unforgettable experience! Take your car to Scotland and from the moment you arrive in Cairnryan, you’ll discover and enjoy traveling through the breath-taking land of Scotland.
Planning on visiting friends or family? Fancy a shopping trip to let your hair down or perhaps it’s a trip over to see your favourite team? Whatever the occasion the Belfast to Cairnryan ferry is the ideal way to travel with friends or family over to Scotland.
Alternative Sailings to Cairnryan
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Alternative Sailings from Belfast
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On-board Facilities
Traveling With Dogs
- No Dogs allowed to travel
Accessible Travel
- No Lifts Available
I am planning to travel to as a foot passenger to Cairnryan from Belfast to purchase a motorbike. How much will this cost
Hi John
I am assuming the mean the cost of the ferry and not the price of the motorcycle – that we can’t help you with. So Cairnryan to Belfast is operated by Stena Line with a crossing time of 2 hours and 15 minutes. I’d need to know exact dates to give you a more accurate quote. As a rough estimate for a single journey out as a foot passenger in June, prices would start from £30. The return journey back with a motorcycle, prices would start from £45. If you get back in touch with dates and preference on ticket types, I will try and give you a more accurate quote. I hope this will at least help get you started.
Hi I’m looking to travel from Belfast to cairnryan me and 2 sons now on the 13th. Wondering how much it would cost. 1 adult 2 kids. Foot passenger
Hi Tommy
Unfortunately I would need a little more information to complete the quote. What is the month of travel? When are you looking to return? Are you flexible with dates or times? If you get back in touch I can help you more with a quote.
Hello,
I will be traveling from Belfast to Cairnyan on August 25. Is it necessary to pre-purchase my ticket as I am not sure what time I will be departing?
Hi Valerie
All tickets must be purchased in advance. I hope this helps.
Hi. I’m planning a trip to Belfast, Northern Ireland and would like to take the ferry to Cairnryan, Scotland. Is it possible to take the ferry there and walk around for two or three hours and then take another ferry back to Belfast in the same day? Please let me know and thank you very much for your help!
Best wishes,
Phil Ammar
California, USA
Hi Phil
Sounds like a wonderful trip you are planning. Yes, that is entirely possible. To get from the ferry port into Belfast town centre, you can go by bus, car or taxi.
Belfast City Translink operate a return Metro bus shuttle service (number 96) from Upper Queen Street near Belfast City Hall in Belfast City Centre to West Bank Road. Journey time is approximately 22 minutes but allow 30 minutes incase of traffic build up. Please Note: The Stena Line Belfast to Liverpool terminal is midway on the West Bank Road and the Belfast to Cairnryan Terminal is located at the end of the West Bank Road.
The Stena Line terminal is conveniently located close to the Northern Ireland expressway network. Leave at Junction 1 of the M2 expressway (Fortwilliam roundabout) and follow signs easily to / from Belfast city centre and the rest of Ireland. The port is clearly signposted “Stena Line” on the expressways and roads in the vicinity to help you find the port without and hassle. Parking Lot: There are a limited number of car parking lot spaces available at the Belfast terminal and these are on a first come, first served basis. Please advise a member of check-in staff that your vehicle will be left at the terminal.
There is a taxi-share scheme in operation to the city centre which is offered by black public hire taxis just outside the main terminal building. These taxis cover most areas throughout the city including central railway station where you can get trains to Colraine, Derry City and to the South. You may share a taxi or have single occupancy from £9 per taxi to the city centre. Taxis may also be pre-booked through FonaCAB, please visit http://www.fonacab.com.
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