Belfast Ferry Port Information
Belfast Port, one of the busiest ports in Northern Ireland, serves as a primary gateway for passengers travelling across the Irish Sea. Located just a few miles from Belfast’s vibrant city centre, the port connects Northern Ireland with destinations like Cairnryan in Scotland and Liverpool in England, making it a convenient starting point for travellers from all over the UK and beyond.
With modern facilities designed for comfort and ease, Belfast Port provides essential amenities including waiting lounges, restrooms, cafes, and parking options.
From the port, passengers can explore Belfast’s rich cultural and historical offerings, such as the Titanic Quarter and the lively Cathedral Quarter. Belfast Port’s combination of accessibility, efficiency, and close proximity to the city makes it an ideal gateway for journeys across the Irish Sea.
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What are the check-in times for Stena Line ferries from Belfast to Birkenhead and Birkenhead to Belfast?
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What are the check-in times for Stena Line ferries from Cairnryan to Belfast and Belfast to Cairnryan?
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Albert Quay
The Albert Quay is heavily signposted, making it easy for passengers and travellers to locate accordingly. The quay is reserved for all Isle of Man Steam Packet customers and will host all foot passengers and those travelling with a vehicle. Once check-in is complete, passengers will embark within the same area depending on their route or destination. The Albert Quay will host all Isle of Man Steam Packet passengers.
Modes of Transport: Foot passenger, Motorcycle, Van (passenger), Standard Car, Bicycle
Victoria Terminal 2 (VT2)
Victoria Terminal 2 is close to the motorway network off Junction 1 of the M2 motorway. The entrance to the port is heavily signposted and leads into the main area of the port. Upon arrival, there will be a signpost instructing which lane to take depending on your passenger type. Vehicle passengers will continue to the left and foot passengers straight on. Once check-in is complete, passengers will embark at different locations depending on their route or destination. The Victoria Terminal 2 will host Stena Line passengers travelling to Liverpool.
Modes of Transport: Foot passenger, Motorcycle, Standard Car, Van (passenger), Bicycle
Victoria Terminal 4 (VT4)
Victoria Terminal 4 is located close to the motorway network, the entrance to the port is heavily signposted and leads into the main area of the port to which the terminals are accessible from. Upon arrival, there will be a signpost instructing which lane to take depending on which type of passenger you are, vehicle and foot passengers will have different check-in locations. Once check-in is complete, passengers will embark at different locations depending on their route or destination. The Victoria Terminal 4 will host Stena Line passengers travelling to Cainryan.
Modes of Transport: Foot passenger, Motorcycle, Van (passenger), Standard Car, Bicycle
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