Ferries from
Northern Ireland to England
Ferries from
Northern Ireland to England
There is currently just the 1 ferry route running between Northern Ireland and England operated by 1 ferry company – Irish Ferries. The Belfast to Liverpool Birkenhead ferry crossing operates weekly with a scheduled sailing duration from about 8 hours.
Whilst we’ve taken great care to ensure the information on this page is correct, as the frequency and duration of crossings on all routes can vary from time to time we’d advise that you get a live quote for current availability on this Northern Ireland England crossing between Belfast and Liverpool Birkenhead.
Ferries from Northern Ireland to England sail approximately 12 times per week. Irish Ferries provide the ferries from Northern Ireland to England.
Ferries from Northern Ireland to England take approximately 8 hours on the Belfast Liverpool Birkenhead ferry.
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Northern Ireland to England with Irish Ferries.
The distance between Northern Ireland and England is 103 miles (165km) and 89 nautical miles.
Northern Ireland to England ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
For the best ferry offers, we recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.
Book and compare Northern Ireland England ferry tickets, operators, timetables and prices using our Deal Finder.
| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From BelfastNorthern Ireland |
To Liverpool BirkenheadEngland |
Average price£312.00 |
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Yes, pets are allowed on certain routes, including Rosslare - Pembroke. Operators that allow pets include Irish Ferries.
Pets are generally allowed, but will be kept in a designated pet-friendly area. Requirements may vary depending on the ferry operator. For travel from Ireland to England, you may need vaccinations, pet passports, and a carrier.
Foot passengers on the Ireland to England ferry routes generally have no strict luggage limit, but it's essential to carry and manage their bags independently. Vehicle passengers can usually pack belongings in their cars within reasonable limits.
Passengers can travel by direct ferry from Ireland to England. Popular routes include crossings between Dublin and Holyhead, as well as Rosslare to Fishguard. For passengers looking to sail directly between Ireland and England, these are the main options available. View our Deal Finder for schedules and bookings.
Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic, to the West of Great Britain. The island of Ireland is politically divided between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland which is part of the United Kingdom. The region has a rather diverse landscape with a ring of coastal mountains and low plains at the centre of the island. With three World Heritage Sites, Ireland’s outstanding natural beauty is of great interest to many tourists. Ferry travel is a popular method of getting from Ireland to England, Wales and the Isle of Man across the Irish Sea. Crossings are year round, fast and operated by a variety of ferry company across a number of routes. Despite the relatively long crossing, France is also well connected by ferry from Ireland. The ships are reasonably well appointed and as with the crossings to the UK, there are a number of operators and routes to choose from.
England is the largest and most populous of the four 'home nations' that make up the United Kingdom. Geographically England is defined as the region in the central and southern parts of the United Kingdom with Scotland to the North, Wales to the West and North Ireland to the West across the Irish Sea. England can be divided into Northern England, the Midlands and Southern England with London in the South as the capital and centre of finance and culture. Ferry travel is a very popular and well developed mode of reaching England, especially with visitors from Ireland and Northern Europe. It is an island after all. With a choice of numerous ferry ports on offer connecting the likes of Ireland across the Irish Sea, France across the channel and Holland across the North Sea, it is no surprise that crossings to England and its numerous world class ports are managed by some of the largest, luxurious and most well-known ferry companies in operation.
