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Ferry to Isle of Man

Can you get a ferry to the Isle of Man?

Yes, you can get ferries to Isle of Man from the UK and Ireland. There are up to 15 ferries running per week. Ferries to Isle of Man are provided by 1 ferry operator; Steam Packet. Book now with Direct Ferries and find a ferry to Isle of Man to suit you.

Isle of Man Ferry Timetable

The Liverpool to Douglas ferry sails approximately 4 times per week, with an average duration of about 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • Liverpool to Douglas first ferry: departs at 11:15 
  • Liverpool to Douglas last ferry: departs at 20:00

The Heysham to Douglas ferry currently sails around 12 times per week.

  • Heysham to Douglas first ferry: departs at 01:15 
  • Liverpool to Douglas last ferry: departs at 14:15

How long is the ferry to Isle of Man?

The duration of the ferry to Isle of Man depends on the route. The Liverpool to Douglas ferry takes 2 hours 45 minutes on average.

Which is the fastest ferry to Isle of Man?

The fastest ferry to Isle of Man is Liverpool to Douglas. This journey usually takes 2 hours 45 minutes

Isle of Man Ferry Operators

Ferries to Isle of Man are provided by 1 ferry operator; Steam Packet. There are currently 3 daily and 15 weekly sailings to Isle of Man.

Ferry Ports in Isle of Man

There is 1 ferry port in Isle of Man; Douglas.

Popular Isle of Man ferry routes

The most popular ferry route to Isle of Man is the Liverpool to Douglas ferry with 4 weekly sailings. The second most popular ferry to Isle of Man is the Heysham to Douglas ferry with 12 weekly sailings.

Can I get a ferry to Isle of Man from the UK?

Yes, you can get a ferry from the UK to Isle of Man. UK to Isle of Man ferries depart from Liverpool and Heysham and arrive in Douglas.

How much does the ferry to Isle of Man cost?

The price of the ferry to Isle of Man varies depending on the route you choose. The Liverpool to Douglas ferry costs £281.00 on average whereas the Heysham to Douglas ferry usually costs £281.00.

What is the cheapest way to get to Isle of Man?

The cheapest ferry to Isle of Man depends on the route, season, ferry company and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. Prices are generally cheaper for foot passengers. We recommend booking your ferry tickets to Isle of Man in advance to get them at the cheapest price.

Cheapest Isle of Man ferry price: £212.89
Cheapest Isle of Man ferry route: Belfast to Douglas

Can I take a car on the Isle of Man ferry?

Yes, you can take your car on ferries to Isle of Man. Simply follow the signs at the port and staff will be on hand to guide you into the correct lane.

Isle of Man car operators:  
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Can I take my pet on the ferry to Isle of Man?

Unfortunately, you cannot bring your pet on the ferry to Isle of Man. However, there are plenty of alternative ferry routes that do allow you to bring your pet with you.

How to book Isle of Man ferry tickets

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Isle of Man online at Direct Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to compare times and prices and find the best Isle of Man ferry to suit you.

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Why visit the Isle of Man

The Isle of Man is one of the most beautiful spots in Britain. This mountainous, cliff-fringed island just thirty-one miles by thirteen, into which are shoehorned austere moor lands and wooded glens, sandy beaches, fine castles, beguiling narrow-gauge railways and scores of standing stones and Celtic crosses. This popular holiday destination is most easily reached by ferry, with regular ferries from Liverpool and Heysham throughout the year.

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