Douglas Ferry

Douglas Ferry

Douglas Ferry

With a selection of up to 20 sailings weekly, the port of Douglas connects Isle of Man with England, Northern Ireland & Ireland. Sailing duration ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to Liverpool and 3 hours 45 minutes on the Heysham service.

Sailing information can vary based on time of year, so we’d advise you to view live sailing times and prices in our Deal Finder.

Port Address

Sea Terminal, Douglas, IM1 2RF

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Douglas Ferry

Is there a ferry from Douglas?

Yes, you can get a ferry from Douglas to 4 ferry ports. Ferries from Douglas are operated by 1 ferry company; Steam Packet. There are currently 5 daily and 20 weekly sailings from Douglas.

Where do ferries go from Douglas?

Douglas ferries sail to 4 ferry ports. These ferry ports include Liverpool, Heysham, Belfast & Dublin.

How long is the ferry from Douglas?

The duration of the Douglas ferry depends which route you take. Ferries from Douglas range between 2 hours 45 minutes and 3 hours 45 minutes. Bear in mind that Douglas ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Douglas ferry timetable before you book.

What is the fastest ferry from Douglas?

The fastest ferry from Douglas is to Liverpool, with a duration of around 2 hours 45 minutes.

Popular Douglas ferry routes

Popular ferries from Douglas include:

Douglas to Liverpool

Douglas to Liverpool is the most popular route. The journey usually takes around 2 hours 45 minutes and costs £225.79 on average.

Douglas to Heysham

Douglas to Heysham is the second most popular route. It takes around 3 hours 45 minutes and usually costs approximately £207.01.

Isle of Man ferry timetable

The Douglas ferry timetable depends on the route, season and operator. We recommend checking the latest Douglas timetable before you book.

Douglas to Liverpool ferry timetable:

First ferry: 07:15
Last ferry: 16:30

Douglas to Heysham ferry timetable:

First ferry: 08:00
Last ferry: 20:15

How much do ferries from Douglas cost?

Douglas ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Douglas ferry cost. Prices are usually cheaper for foot passengers and outside of the peak summer months.

The Douglas to Liverpool ferry route costs around £225.79 on average, whereas the Douglas to Heysham ferry route usually costs approximately £207.01.

Is there a car ferry from Douglas?

Yes, you can take a car ferry from Douglas. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Car operators: Steam Packet

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Douglas?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries from Douglas. 

Foot operators: Steam Packet

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Douglas?

Unfortunately, you cannot take your pet on ferries from Douglas. However, there are plenty of alternative ferry routes that do allow you to take your pet with you.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Douglas?

Yes, cabins are available on ferries from Douglas.

Cabin operators: Steam Packet

How to book Douglas ferry tickets

You can book Douglas ferry tickets online at Direct Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to see live pricing and availability. We recommend booking your Douglas ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page to see if there are any discounts on your desired route.

Douglas Guide

Douglas Ferry

Home to not only beautiful scenery that demonstrates some of the best aspects of the Isle of Man, including the beautiful beaches that are a popular draw for many of the visitors, as well as the green hills and rugged cliffs, Douglas is the perfect place to visit to get a feel for that classic Victorian style town. With many museums to visit, as well as a Victorian promenade, walking trails to the rest of the island, and even a horse drawn tram that runs along the coastline, there is something here for every visitor to enjoy. There are 5 ferry routes that run to Douglas, with 3 ferries running from England, 1 ferry from Northern Ireland, and 1 ferry from Ireland, making this one of the best-connected islands in the Irish Sea, and there are plenty of ferries running every week for you to choose from.

Douglas Ferry Port Facilities

Douglas ferry port is located in the heart of the city, with the terminal itself having a seating area for you to wait in, as well as a small shop and café, and there is a short stay car park available outside. There are many ferries running here, from destinations across England, Northern Ireland, and Ireland, so no matter where you are travelling from, getting to Douglas has never been easier.

How To Get To Douglas Ferry Port

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