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Ferry from Belfast to Douglas

Steam Packet provides the ferry from Belfast to Douglas. Belfast Douglas ferries cost between 71€ and 491€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Belfast Douglas ferries.

Belfast Douglas Ferry Times

The first Belfast Douglas ferry typically departs from Belfast at around 02:30. The last ferry usually departs at 15:00.

How long is the ferry from Belfast to Douglas?

The Belfast Douglas ferry trip can take around 2 hours 45 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Belfast Douglas Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 2 weekly sailings from Belfast to Douglas provided by Steam Packet. Timetables can change from season to season.

Belfast Douglas Ferry Prices

Belfast Douglas ferry prices typically range between 71€* and 491€*. The average price is typically 290€*. The cheapest Belfast Douglas ferry prices start from 71€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 142€*. The average price for a car is 396€*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 March 2025.

How far is it from Belfast to Douglas?

The distance between Belfast to Douglas is approximately 104.7 miles (168.5km) or 91.0 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Belfast Douglas ferry?

Yes, Steam Packet ferries allow cars on board ferries between Belfast and Douglas. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Belfast and Douglas.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Belfast to Douglas?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Steam Packet ferries between Belfast and Douglas.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Belfast to Douglas?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Belfast to Douglas.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Northern Ireland to Isle of Man page.
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Belfast - Douglas Ferry Route Summary
Departure DestinationNorthern Ireland
DestinationIsle of Man
No. of Operators1
OperatorsSteam Packet
Average Price€290
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings2
Average Sailing Duration2 h 45 m
Fastest Sailing Duration2 h 45 m
First Ferry02:30
Last Ferry15:00
Distance91 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Belfast to Douglas Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Belfast to Douglas?

    The ferry crossing time from Belfast to Douglas is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Belfast to Douglas?

    Belfast to Douglas ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Belfast to Douglas is 290€. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Belfast to Douglas?

    Steam Packet provide the ferries from Belfast to Douglas.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Belfast to Douglas?

    Book ferries from Belfast to Douglas through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Belfast to Douglas?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Belfast to Douglas with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Belfast to Douglas?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Belfast to Douglas with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Belfast to Douglas?

    Pets are not currently allowed on ferries between Belfast and Douglas.

  • How far is Belfast to Douglas?

    The distance from Belfast to Douglas is 91 nautical miles.

Belfast Guide

Belfast Harbour is a main hub in the importation and exportation of goods and for passenger ferry services. Operated by Stena Line, Belfast ferry port provides regular passenger ferry crossings to Cairnryan in Scotland and Liverpool Birkenhead in England. Run by Steam Packet, there are also seasonal services to Douglas on the Isle of Man, across the Irish Sea.

The city of Belfast, in Northern Ireland, is the capital city located in County Antrim, although parts of the city spread over to County Down. The city has a long tradition in the production of Irish linen, tobacco, rope and shipbuilding. In fact, the city's main shipbuilder, Harland and Wolf, is known for building the RMS Titanic in the early 20th Century. Today, Belfast is an important centre for commerce, the arts, higher education, law, business and of course, tourism.


Douglas Guide

Douglas is the Isle of Man's largest town and lies on the east coast of the island, on the edge of a two mile sweeping bay and beach. The offers visitors many things to do and see and its promenade is always a hive of activity. Popular things to do in the town include the guided Story of Mann trail which takes visitors around some of the most famous sites, beginning at the Manx Museum. For petrol heads, the TT Grandstand is always popular and is where spectators can get the best view of the start and finish line of the world famous Isle of Mann TT Race. A trip to the Great Union Camera Obscura on Douglas Head is also worth a visit.

Ferry services from Douglas, operated by The Steam Packet Company, depart to Heysham, Liverpool, Dublin and Belfast. Both conventional and fast ferries are available, although the fast ferries only operate between March and November. Facilities on board the boats include shops, cafes and bars.

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