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Ferry from Larne to Cairnryan

P&O Irish Sea provides the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan. Larne Cairnryan ferries cost between 83€ and 513€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Larne Cairnryan ferries.

Larne Cairnryan Ferry Times

The first Larne Cairnryan ferry typically departs from Larne at around 04:00. The last ferry usually departs at 23:59.

How long is the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan?

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

Larne Cairnryan Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 39 weekly sailings from Larne to Cairnryan provided by P&O Irish Sea. Timetables can change from season to season.

P&O Irish Sea provide 39 sailings weekly.

Larne Cairnryan Ferry Prices

Larne Cairnryan ferry prices typically range between 83€* and 513€*. The average price is typically 353€*. The cheapest Larne Cairnryan ferry prices start from 83€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 81€*. The average price for a car is 423€*.

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 January 2025.

How far is it from Larne to Cairnryan?

The distance between Larne to Cairnryan is approximately 54.5 miles (87.7km) or 47.4 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Larne Cairnryan ferry?

Yes, P&O Irish Sea ferries allow cars on board ferries between Larne and Cairnryan. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Larne and Cairnryan.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Larne to Cairnryan?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with P&O Irish Sea ferries between Larne and Cairnryan.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Larne to Cairnryan with P&O Irish Sea. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Larne - Cairnryan Route summary
Departure Country	UK
Destination Country	UK
No. of Operators	1
Operators	P&O Irish Sea
Average Price	376 €*
Average Daily Sailings	5
Average Weekly Sailings	35
Average Sailing Duration	2h 0m
First Ferry	04:00
Last Ferry	23:59
Distance	47 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

How long is the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan?

The approximate duration for ferries from Larne to Cairnryan is 2h. Durations can vary by operator and season.

How much is the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan?

Larne to Cairnryan is approximately 320 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Larne to Cairnryan?

There is 1 ferry operator for ferries from Larne to Cairnryan and this is

P&O Irish Sea

How can I book ferry tickets from Larne to Cairnryan?

Book Larne to Cairnryan tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Larne to Cairnryan with

P&O Irish Sea

Can you take your car on the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan?

Yes, you can travel with a car from Larne to Cairnryan with the following operators

P&O Irish Sea

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries

P&O Irish Sea

How far is Cairnryan from Larne?

Larne to Cairnryan is approximately 47 nautical miles distance apart.

Larne Cairnryan Ferry reviews

"Perfect journey "

Journey was as expected, friendly welcoming. Much appreciated the compensation for the delay.

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"Very good experience "

Very good service quick and efficient on time

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"Great experience "

Well organised and helpful staff made boarding and I boarding easy. Comfortable crossing - pleasant staff. Great experience

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"Ok trip"

Although this is only a short crossing I do prefer the Dublin to Liverpool route. This is the 2nd time in the past 6 months I have had to drive up to Larne from Dublin as I couldn't get booked on the Dublin / Liverpool ferry.

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Larne Guide

Larne is Northern Ireland's busiest passenger and car ferry port, handling around one million people and 200,000 vehicles every year. The town itself is located on the east coast of County Antrim, with its maritime history dating back over 1,000 years.

The port’s passenger facilities include excellent lounge areas, a restaurant, cash machines, shops, tourist information and a rail and bus station. The main ferry boat service operating out of the port to mainland Britain is to Cairnryan, run by P&O Irish Sea, with a crossing time of around two hours, while there is also ferry operating between Larne and Fleetwood, in the north west of England.

The town is only around 25 miles from the Scottish mainland, lying on the western side of a narrow inlet linked to the sea. The eastern side is the Magee Peninsular, and to the west is the ancient volcanic formation of Antrim Plateau. Due to Larne’s proximity to Scotland, there are magnificent views to be had towards the Mull of Kintyre, Rhins of Galloway, Islay and Paps of Jura.

Cairnryan Guide

Cairnryan is a small Scottish port village sitting on the eastern shore of Loch Ryan in Dumfries and Galloway. The harbour has two ferry terminals providing services to and from Larne and Belfast: the Larne terminal, opened in 1973 and now operated by P&O Ferries, and the second is run by Stena Line, taking ferries from Belfast.

The village can trace its origins back to 1701 when it was established to house the workers on the Lochryan Estate, which has a deer park and bowling green. The village has a long and important seafaring history and today is home to one of the most popular ferry routes in the United Kingdom.

There isn't a great deal of things to do and see in the village and its facilities include a hotel, some bed and breakfast guest houses, a caravan site which has been built on the site of an old war camp area, a village shop and the Merchant's House Restaurant.

Larne to Cairnryan Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 13/01/2025 and 19/01/2025

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
P&O Irish Sea	04:00	06:00	2 hours	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
P&O Irish Sea	08:00	10:00	2 hours	Everyday
P&O Irish Sea	12:00	14:00	2 hours	Everyday
P&O Irish Sea	16:00	18:00	2 hours	Everyday
P&O Irish Sea	20:00	22:00	2 hours	Everyday
P&O Irish Sea	23:59	02:00	2 hours 1 minute	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat