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Ferry from Larne to Cairnryan

Depending on the season their are usually 6 daily and 38 weekly sailings between Larne and Cairnryan.P&O Irish Sea provides the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan. Larne Cairnryan ferries take around 2 hours. The ferry costs between $178.63 and $995.62, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Larne to Cairnryan.

What's the ferry schedule from Larne to Cairnryan?

The earliest Larne Cairnryan ferry typically departs Larne at about 04:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 23:59.

How long is the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan?

Ferries from Larne to Cairnryan sail in around 2 hours. The fastest ferry is approximately 2 hours. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Larne Cairnryan Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 38 weekly sailings from Larne to Cairnryan provided by P&O Irish Sea. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost fromLarne to Cairnryan?

The price of a ferry from Larne to Cairnryan typically range between $178.63* and $995.62*. On average the Larne Cairnryan ferry is $785.38*. The cheapest Larne Cairnryan ferry prices start from $178.63*. The average price for a foot passenger is $151.07*. The average price for a car is $815.05*.

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 February 2025.

What is the distance from Larne to Cairnryan?

The distance between Larne to Cairnryan is approximately 55 miles (88km) or 47 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan with a car?

Yes, Larne Cairnryan ferries allow cars onboard with P&O Irish Sea between Larne and Cairnryan. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Larne and Cairnryan use our Deal Finder.

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

P&O Irish Sea allow foot passengers on Larne Cairnryan ferries.

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

P&O Irish Sea allow pets on ferries from Larne to Cairnryan. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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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 17/02/2025 and 23/02/2025

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