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How to get from Heysham to Douglas by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Heysham to Douglas ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Heysham to Douglas is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Heysham to Douglas can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Heysham to Douglas ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Isle of Man Steam Packet or Seatruck Ferries. This way you can find the best deal on a Heysham Douglas ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Isle of Man Steam Packet ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Heysham to Douglas simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Heysham to Douglas Ferry Information

Port of departure
Heysham
United Kingdom
England
Port of Arrival
Douglas
United Kingdom
Isle of Man
Distance
65 mi
Ferry Companies
Isle of Man Steam Packet, Seatruck Ferries
Frequency of crossings
13 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
3 hours 50 min
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Ferry Heysham Douglas: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Heysham to Douglas, you'll find tickets range from £25 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £337 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Heysham to Douglas route is £166. The average ferry crossing time from Heysham to Douglas is 3 hours 45 min. The slowest ferries will take 3 hours 45 min to reach Douglas, while the fastest boats will arrive in Douglas in 3 hours 45 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Heysham at 01:30. The last boat to Douglas leaves the port of Heysham at 14:15.

Average price of a Heysham to Douglas ferry crossing
£166
Price range of ferries Heysham Douglas (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£25 - £337
Average crossing time Heysham Douglas
3 hours 45 min
Departure time of first ferry to Douglas
01:30
Time last ferry leaves for Douglas
14:15
Arrival time of first ferry to Douglas
05:15
Arrival time of last ferry to Douglas
18:00

Why travel by ferry from Heysham to Douglas?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Heysham to Douglas ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Douglas. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Heysham to Douglas is an ideal way to travel.

Ferries are ideal for families!
Travelling by ferry is simply the ideal way to travel between Heysham and Douglas when you are with your family and especially with children. Everything is simpler. As soon as you leave Heysham, imagine your children exploring the ship, spending long periods playing in the children's play areas or in the video games and arcades (for teenagers), watching the latest films in the cinema, sharing a family meal in the restaurant, or marvelling at a magic show or other countless activities. This boat trip between Heysham and Douglas will remain an unforgettable moment for your children.
Transporting your bike is not a problem
Travelling with your bike on a train, plane or bus is often a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the ship's huge garage. You leave it there for the duration of the Heysham-Douglas crossing in complete safety and without fear of it being damaged. You will get on your bike in Douglas to get off the boat.
Resting in a cabin
Although it is not compulsory to make the crossing from Heysham to Douglas by booking a cabin, you are depriving yourself of a comfort that the ferry is the only mode of transport to offer. Equipped with berths, private bathrooms and sometimes even portholes or balconies, the cabins are not unlike real hotel rooms. Even on a day crossing, enjoying the privacy of a cabin is still possible and much more comfortable than sitting in a lounge.

Which companies operate between Heysham and Douglas?

If you want to travel between Heysham and Douglas by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Isle of Man Steam Packet who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.

Isle of Man Steam Packet Heysham Douglas
Isle of Man Steam Packet
Isle of Man Steam Packet is a very old Isle of Man ferry company founded in 1830! Compare all Isle of Man Steam Packet Heysham Douglas fares on Vivanoda. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heysham-Douglas fares and book a Isle of Man Steam Packet ticket between Heysham and Douglas. Isle of Man Steam Packet operates 13 crossings a week to Douglas from Heysham and the journey time is 3 hours 50 min. More information about Isle of Man Steam Packet
3 hours 50 min
13 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Heysham? Where do the boats arrive in Douglas?

Port of departure in Heysham

Isle of Man Steam Packet ferries depart for Douglas from the following ports in Heysham:

Heysham Port
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Port of arrival in Douglas

Isle of Man Steam Packet ships arrive in Douglas from the following ports:

Douglas Ile of Man Sea Terminal
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Heysham to Douglas, it will take you at least 3 hours 50 min to cover the 65 mi between Heysham and Douglas.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Heysham and Douglas in winter) and the ferry company (Isle of Man Steam Packet). There are currently 13 crossings a week between Heysham and Douglas.

There are 1 ferry companies operating between Heysham and Douglas: Isle of Man Steam Packet.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Isle of Man Steam Packet, Seatruck Ferries.

Before booking, compare the prices of Isle of Man Steam Packet, Seatruck Ferries on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Heysham Douglas ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Heysham and Douglas, you will travel 65 mi.

To go by boat from Heysham to Douglas, you can find prices ranging from £25 for the lowest, to £337 for the highest. The average price we observed was £166.

The first ferry leaves Heysham at 01:30 for Douglas.

The last ferry to Douglas usually departs from Heysham at 14:15.

What is the Heysham to Douglas ferry crossing like?

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Heysham to Douglas crossing will be like, especially if you're not familiar with this mode of transport. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Heysham to disembarkation in Douglas, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Isle of Man Steam Packet and Seatruck Ferries. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Heysham and Douglas.

Boarding in Heysham

Here are the steps to embark before your Heysham Douglas ferry journey begins:

  • Presentation at the port of Heysham / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with Isle of Man Steam Packet) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Heysham ferry terminal. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Heysham - Douglas crossing / At the Heysham ferry terminal, look for the Isle of Man Steam Packet counters and present your passport and booking number. If you have a car, you can check in from the vehicle queue.
  • Boarding the ferry to Douglas / From the Heysham ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. By car, follow the instructions of Isle of Man Steam Packet staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the ship between Heysham and Douglas

On board the Isle of Man Steam Packet ship, you can choose your activities according to your preferences! Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Ferry arrival in Douglas

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Douglas:

  • Douglas Harbour is in sight / You will not be able to reach the garage until invited by the crew. There is no need to rush. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Douglas harbour from the deck of the boat.
  • If you are in a cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Douglas Harbour.
  • Leave the ship and Douglas is yours / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. A customs check cannot be ruled out in Douglas. At last, your holiday in Douglas has begun!

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