Booking by phone efficient and useful as it was first time . If possible would like to board the ferry earlier than 1hr 15 on return journey from Belfast , but otherwise efficient and good . Both... See more
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Outbound ferry was lovely calm seas, staff lovely. Inbound ferry, screaming children doing laps of the ship for hours on end. Throwing water from the toilets all over the floor. Announcements and remi... See more
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Used the express loading, booked lunch and the reserved lounge area. Express boarding: fab. Great help, very efficient. Lounge: worth the extra cost. Quite relaxing and very welcoming. Lunch/fo... See more
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We are regular travelers to GB and this time decided to use the daytime sailing Belast to Birkenhead. On arrival at Belfast check in (9am) we were told to join the vehicle cue in row 3 but not the p... See more
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Company details
- #11 of 18 best companies in Ferry service
- #2 of 2 best companies in Port operating company
- #2 of 2 best companies in Terminal point
About Stena Line UK
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At Stena Line, we're all about making your journey by sea as easy and enjoyable as possible. For over 60 years, we've been connecting people to destinations across Europe.
Whether you're off on an adventure or heading home for a visit, we’ve got you covered with comfy cabins, tasty food, and plenty of onboard entertainment. Travelling with young children? Bringing your furry friend? No problem—we’ve got dedicated spaces for them to rest and play too. With our modern ferries, friendly crew, and a commitment to making every trip smooth and stress-free, we're excited to welcome you onboard.
Ferries to Scotland
- Belfast – Cairnryan
Ferries to England
- Belfast – Liverpool
- Hook of Holland – Harwich
Ferries to Wales
- Dublin – Holyhead
- Rosslare – Fishguard
Ferries to Ireland
- Holyhead – Dublin
- Fishguard – Rosslare
- Liverpool – Belfast
- Cairnryan – Belfast
Ferries to the Netherlands
- Harwich – Hook of Holland
Plan your road trip to Europe
As a family-owned Swedish company, Stena Line operates 18 routes across northern Europe. If you’re looking for an easy way to travel between countries such as Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Poland and Latvia, be sure to check out our wider route network.
Good to know
We understand that passengers come with luggage, so we won’t charge you any extra for yours. Car passengers can bring as much as they can fit into their vehicles. And foot passengers can bring as much as they can carry, so long as no single piece of luggage is over 23kg in weight. That makes packing a whole lot easier!
How to book ferry travel
Visit www.stenaline.co.uk to plan your ferry trip and see our special offers. Use the Low Fare Finder to get the lowest price, upgrade to a Flexi or Premium fare, or treat yourself to a little bit of luxury in the Stena Plus Lounge.
Contact info
United Kingdom
- www.stenaline.co.uk
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On time departure combined with good…
On time departure combined with good quality of service, cabins and nice staff
2 July 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed an on-time departure, comfortable cabin accommodation, and good service from our team.
We appreciate your review and look forward to welcoming you on board again soon
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
The ferry was crowded in the lough area…
The ferry was crowded in the lough area with people complaining where should they sit and others being asked to move to make room for others. Staff were very polite and gracious. I had a cabin booked so was thankful I could leave.
3 July 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for your review.
We're pleased to hear our staff were polite and helpful. We're sorry that the lounge area felt overcrowded, and we appreciate your comments, which we'll share with the relevant team.
We're glad your cabin provided a more comfortable space for the rest of your journey.
We hope to welcome you onboard again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that your journey was on time, comfortable, and stress-free.
We appreciate your review and look forward to welcoming you on board again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
STENA ALWAYS SO approachable when…
STENA ALWAYS SO approachable when needed to change. we had to come home early as hubby hurt back and they so helpful.
sadly cabins gone and the Hyagge chairs totally unsuitable for us to sleep. glad to have got home earlier though.
19 June 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear that our team was able to assist when you needed to change your travel plans, and we hope your husband is feeling better.
We're sorry to hear that the Hygge Lounge seating was not comfortable for resting during your journey. We appreciate your comments and will share them with the relevant team. We're glad we could help you return home earlier when needed.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
efficient loading and unloading
efficient loading and unloading. clear instructions.
comfortable space and good bargains in duty free.
disappointed that we had to pay for wi-fi, which was also sporadic at best.
30 June 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear that you found the loading and unloading process efficient, the instructions clear, and enjoyed the onboard facilities and duty-free offers.
We're sorry to hear that the Wi-Fi did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments and will share them with the relevant team for review.
We hope to welcome you onboard again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that our team made you feel welcome throughout your journey.
We appreciate your review and look forward to welcoming you on board again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that your sailing was prompt, that you enjoyed travelling on one of our larger vessels, and that the onboard announcements were clear and helpful.
We appreciate your review and look forward to welcoming you on board again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
The welcome aboard and guidance to…
The welcome aboard and guidance to cabins was appreciated. The meal I ate on return journey was delicious. Cabins were clean and tidy and bunks a good length. Booking was also pretty easy.
3 July 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the warm welcome onboard, found the booking process easy, and enjoyed the comfort and cleanliness of your cabin. It's also wonderful to know that you enjoyed your meal on the return journey.
We appreciate your review and look forward to welcoming you on board again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
I can confidently state that the staff…
I can confidently state that the staff provided exceptional service from check-in to on-board, and the dining experience in the restaurant was outstanding.
I would highly recommend stenaline.
3 July 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that you received exceptional service from our staff throughout your journey and that you enjoyed the restaurant experience.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you on board again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that you found the journey well organised, with efficient boarding and disembarkation, and that everything ran on time.
We appreciate your review and look forward to welcoming you onboard again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
We travelled to Ireland from Holyhead…
We travelled to Ireland from Holyhead to Dublin and returned on the Rosslare to Fishguard route. The staff and organisation at all ports and onboard was very professional leading to a stress free trip.
19 June 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good afternoon,
Thank you for your 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that you found our staff professional and the organisation both onboard and at the ports efficient, helping to make your trip stress-free.
We appreciate your review and look forward to welcoming you on board again soon.
Regards
Hayley
Stena Line
Very friendly and clean
Very friendly and clean, only issue was the new passport EEC checks, had to wait a while once off the boat
24 June 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear you found our service friendly and our ship clean.
We're sorry your journey was delayed by the passport checks after disembarkation and appreciate your understanding.
We hope to welcome you back onboard in the future.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for leaving us a 5 star review. We're delighted to hear our team provided the support and assistance you needed to make your journey comfortable. We look forward to welcoming you back onboard again soon.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
Stress free travel with Stena
As a disabled passenger i was given priority driving on board. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The Stena Embla was clean and modern. The cabin was comfortable with çrisp white bedding and large ensuite. We enjoyed a tasty breakfast and evening meal. I can't wait for my next trip!
29 June 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for sharing your 5 star review. We're delighted you enjoyed the service from our team, your cabin, and the onboard dining. We look forward to welcoming you back onboard soon.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
Booking by phone efficient and useful…
Booking by phone efficient and useful as it was first time .
If possible would like to board the ferry earlier than 1hr 15 on return journey from Belfast , but otherwise efficient and good .
Both sailings plus lounge was excellent . Although return we noticed people sneaking in who didnt appear to have paid for Premium tickets , you need someone on the desk more time .
Return journey the tv in our cabin didnt work , and our Quilt cover was torn , not good really .
Overall good sailing though .
30 June 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for sharing your review.
We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the Premium Lounge and found our booking team helpful.
We're sorry about the issues with your cabin and appreciate your feedback regarding lounge access and boarding times. We hope to welcome you onboard again in the future.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for your 5 star review. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our Lounge and had a great crossing. We look forward to welcoming you back onboard again.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
The Stena Plus Lounge was a nice calm…
The Stena Plus Lounge was a nice calm space to spend 3.5 hours, but investment in comfier chairs wouldn't go amiss.
2 July 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for your review. We're pleased you enjoyed the calm atmosphere in our Stena Plus Lounge and appreciate your suggestion regarding the seating. We hope to welcome you back onboard in the future.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
A very enjoyable experience
We travelled premium with motorhome, everything bang on time. Excellent organisation for boarding and disembarking, comfortable and quiet in lounge with good service, decent food and drink, and friendly polite staff.
29 June 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for your 5 star review. We're delighted you enjoyed the Premium Lounge and the service from our team. We look forward to welcoming you back onboard again.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
Ireland Bike Tour
Really good service on the 4am sail to Dublin. Food was ok but expensive. The sailing from Dublin to Holyhed was packed we spent the whole trip on deck as there was nowhere to sit. Staff were fantastic as always.
29 June 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for sharing your review. We're pleased you enjoyed the service from our crew. We're sorry that seating was limited on your return journey and appreciate your feedback.
We hope to welcome you back onboard in the future.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
Excellent Service
Excellent Service. Efficient boarding & offloading with friendly staff to assist. Spotlessly clean public areas, fabulous cabins equipped with showers and even a TV!
Outside sun deck perfect for a relaxing stroll and air.
2 July 2026
Reply from Stena Line UK
Good morning,
Thank you for sharing your 5 star review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the efficient service, comfortable cabin and friendly crew. We look forward to welcoming you onboard again soon.
Regards
Dave
Stena Line
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