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Heysham – Douglas

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Heysham – Douglas

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Ferry from Heysham to Douglas

Steam Packet provides the ferry from Heysham to Douglas. Heysham Douglas ferries cost around $189 and $824, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Heysham Douglas ferries.

Ferry times from Heysham to Douglas

Heysham Douglas ferry sailings typycally depart from Heysham at around 01:15. The last ferry leaves at 16:15.

How long is the ferry from Heysham to Douglas?

The Heysham Douglas ferry trip can take around 3 hours 45 minutes. The fastest Heysham to Douglas ferry is around 2 hours 30 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Heysham Douglas Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 12 weekly sailings from Heysham to Douglas serviced by Steam Packet. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Heysham to Douglas

Heysham Douglas ferry prices typically range between $189* and $824*. The average price is typically $555*. The cheapest ferries from Heysham to Douglas start from $189*. The average price for a foot passenger is $227*. The average price for a car is $606*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

How far is it from Heysham to Douglas?

The distance between Heysham to Douglas is approximately 108 miles (173km) or 94 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Heysham Douglas ferry?

Yes, Steam Packet allow cars on board ferries between Heysham and Douglas. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Heysham and Douglas.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Heysham to Douglas?

Foot passengers can travel on the Heysham to Douglas ferry with Steam Packet.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Heysham to Douglas?

Pets currently are not allowed on ferries from Heysham to Douglas.
 

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Heysham Guide

The village of Heysham can be found on the north west coast of England in the county of Lancashire. The town overlooks Morecambe Bay and is a pretty little coastal village a short distance from both Lancaster and Morecambe. The village has many beautiful 17th century cottages and is well known for its colourful floral displays, which have won Britain in Bloom's Gold Small Village prize on two occasions. Situated quite close to the village are two nuclear power stations but also areas of woodland, open grassland, sandy beaches and rock pools.

Ferry services from the village's harbour depart to the Isle of Man, operated by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, and to Ireland. The port's facilities include a waiting lounge with TV, some vending machines, a snack bar and restaurant, disabled toilets and a children's play area.


Douglas Guide

Douglas is the Isle of Man's largest town and lies on the east coast of the island, on the edge of a two mile sweeping bay and beach. The offers visitors many things to do and see and its promenade is always a hive of activity. Popular things to do in the town include the guided Story of Mann trail which takes visitors around some of the most famous sites, beginning at the Manx Museum. For petrol heads, the TT Grandstand is always popular and is where spectators can get the best view of the start and finish line of the world famous Isle of Mann TT Race. A trip to the Great Union Camera Obscura on Douglas Head is also worth a visit.

Ferry services from Douglas, operated by The Steam Packet Company, depart to Heysham, Liverpool, Dublin and Belfast. Both conventional and fast ferries are available, although the fast ferries only operate between March and November. Facilities on board the boats include shops, cafes and bars.

Heysham to Douglas
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2025-03-24 and 2025-03-30

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Steam Packet 01:45 06:00 4 hours 15 minutes Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Steam Packet 02:45 06:30 3 hours 45 minutes Tue
Steam Packet 02:45 07:45 5 hours Mon
Steam Packet 13:45 17:30 3 hours 45 minutes Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Steam Packet 14:45 18:30 3 hours 45 minutes Mon

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