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Cairnryan To Larne
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Pet Staying in Car
Larne To Cairnryan
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Hull To Rotterdam
Adult 16+
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Child 4-15
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Rotterdam To Hull
Adult 16+
Infant 0-1
Toddler 2-3
Child 4-15
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Dover To Calais
Adult 16+
Infant 0-3
Child 4-15
Access to Pet Lounge
Pet Staying in Car
Calais To Dover
Adult 16+
Infant 0-3
Child 4-15
Access to Pet Lounge
Pet Staying in Car
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Cairnryan To Larne
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Larne To Cairnryan
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Please select your vehicle type. Please note: Vehicles of any type carrying commercial goods must be booked on our freight website. Please include roof boxes and bikes in your vehicles total height.
Hull To Rotterdam
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Standard Van
Standard Van: <7m length, <2.30m height. If length is 7m or greater, contact our Freight team
Standard Minibus
Standard Minibus: <6m length; <2.3m height. Enter length if 6.0m or greater.
Standard Motorhome
Standard Motorhome: <6m length; <2.3m height. Enter length if 6.0m or greater.
Rotterdam To Hull
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Standard Van: <7m length, <2.30m height. If length is 7m or greater, contact our Freight team
Standard Minibus
Standard Minibus: <6m length; <2.3m height. Enter length if 6.0m or greater.
Standard Motorhome
Standard Motorhome: <6m length; <2.3m height. Enter length if 6.0m or greater.
Vehicle Details
Please select your vehicle type. Please note: Vehicles of any type carrying commercial goods must be booked on our freight website. Please include roof boxes and bikes in your vehicles total height.
Dover To Calais
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Standard Van
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Standard Minibus
Standard Minibus: <6m length; <2.3m height. Enter length if 6.0m or greater.
Standard Motorhome
Standard Motorhome: <6m length; <2.3m height. Enter length if 6.0m or greater.
Calais To Dover
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Standard: <4.7m length; <1.8m height. Enter length if 4.7m or greater.
Standard Van
Standard Van: <7m length, <2.30m height. If length is 7m or greater, contact our Freight team
Standard Minibus
Standard Minibus: <6m length; <2.3m height. Enter length if 6.0m or greater.
Standard Motorhome
Standard Motorhome: <6m length; <2.3m height. Enter length if 6.0m or greater.
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Day trip
From: Cairnryan
To: Larne
 
 
Day trip
 
Day trip
Ferry from UK to Northern Ireland

When you take the two-hour Cairnryan to Larne crossing, you can experience incredible service, enjoy sea views and pack as much as you can carry when travelling by ferry to Northern Ireland from UK routes.

 

Feel confident bringing your bike, golf equipment, camping gear and all the home comforts you can carry – after all, with our Northern Ireland ferry, we offer unlimited luggage for your journey abroad. Plus, it’s free to bring pets along for the journey when you catch our ferry to Northern Ireland, so there’s no need to leave your beloved dog or cat behind when booking a ferry from the UK to Northern Ireland.

 

There are so many things to do in Northern Ireland, perfect for an active holiday, shopping sprees, or an Irish pub crawl for your stag do/hen do. Check out the best bits about our ferry to Ireland and ferries to Northern Ireland and what to remember when you travel with us.


Benefits of taking a ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland

P&O Ferries sailing updates

Enjoy Endless Freedom

You won’t have to worry about getting enough legroom on our Northern Ireland Ferry – why not take a stroll along the deck and breathe in that fresh sea air while travelling by our ferry to Northern Ireland.


Family eating pizza

Choose From a Wide Range of Options

Enjoy a range of hot meals at the Food Court, from fish and chips with a pint to traditional English breakfasts with a pot of tea. If you’re driving, you can grab yourself a hot Starbucks coffee or a snack from the onboard café when travelling by ferry from the UK to Northern Ireland. We are proud to cater for all dietary requirements on our Northern Ireland ferries, with delicious options for vegetarian and vegan diets too.


Lady relaxing in Club Lounge

Club Lounge

Why not enjoy an extra touch of luxury on your ferry to Northern Ireland? Upgrade your ticket and chill out in the cosy Club Lounge, with endless sea views and incredible service. You’ll be treated to a complimentary glass of wine on your arrival, with a range of food and drink options available in our Club Lounge bar.


Pack All You Can Carry

When you travel with P&O Ferries to Northern Ireland, you can enjoy our unlimited luggage policy and pack all you can carry! From cycling gear and golf clubs, to liquid toiletries and home comforts – there’s no need to leave anything behind when you choose our Northern Ireland ferry. With so many great reasons to take our ferry to Northern Ireland, why travel any other way? Choose from up to 7 daily sailings between Cairnryan to Larne so you can start planning your visit to Northern Ireland straight away.
How to Book a Ferry to Northern Ireland

Booking your Northern Ireland ferry is easy: enter your departure date and, if you want to book a return journey, your arrival date, along with your vehicle type and the number of passengers and pets. If you are looking for the cheapest Northern Ireland ferry, have a look at our ongoing deals and offers. 

 
Man and baby travelling by ferry
Passenger enjoying deck views on Cairnryan to Larne ferry
Taking a ferry to Northern Ireland as a foot passenger

You can also cross the Irish sea to Northern Ireland as a foot passenger with P&O Ferries. Foot passengers travelling onboard need to check in 45 minutes before departure. UK residents do not need a passport, but an ID will be required to travel. There are 6 daily crossings so choose one that suits you best.


Ferry to Northern Ireland with a pet
Taking a ferry to Northern Ireland with your pet

Feel free to bring up to four pets along for your P&O Ferries trip to Larne– it’s free of charge! While all your pets must stay in your vehicle for the entirety of the journey, our ferries to Northern Ireland only take two hours, so you’ll be reunited with your beloved cat or dog before too long. 

Taking a ferry to Northern Ireland with your Vehicle

Crossing the Irish Sea with P&O Ferries is the perfect way to travel if you don’t want to leave your trusty bike, car or caravan behind! It’s free to bring your bicycle, so long as they are safely fastened to your vehicle.

 

With plenty of beautiful parks and nature reserves in Northern Ireland, from Castle Archdale Forest to County Down’s range of green spaces, there is plenty to explore in Northern Ireland, find our guides to the most popular destinations in Northern Ireland and plan your trip to a city of your liking.


Ferries to Northern Ireland FAQs

1 Are pets allowed on ferries to Northern Ireland?

Yes, pets can travel for free on our ferries to Northern Ireland. This makes ferry travel a convenient option if you’re planning a holiday with your dog or cat and want to avoid leaving them behind.

2 How long is the ferry to Northern Ireland?

The crossing time of the ferry to Northern Ireland from Scotland is about two hours, making our ferries to Northern Ireland a quick and comfortable way to travel while enjoying sea views and onboard facilities.


3 How often do ferries sail to Northern Ireland?
There are up to seven daily sailings between Cairnryan and Larne, giving you flexibility when planning your trip and making it easy to fit ferry travel into your schedule.
4 Is there a Club Lounge available on ferries to Northern Ireland?
Yes. You can upgrade your ferry to Northern Ireland booking to access the Club Lounge, where you’ll enjoy comfortable seating, sea views, attentive service and a complimentary drink on arrival.
5 What onboard facilities are available on ferries to Northern Ireland?
Passengers can enjoy a range of onboard facilities, including a Food Court serving hot meals, cafés for snacks and drinks, and open deck areas to enjoy fresh sea air during the crossing.
6 Can I bring unlimited luggage on ferries to Northern Ireland?
Yes. When travelling on our ferries to Northern Ireland, you can pack as much luggage as you can carry. This includes bikes, camping equipment, golf clubs, liquid toiletries and other home comforts.