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Ferry timetable

For live ferry information, fares and bookings, and the Christmas timetable, please visit www.rathlin-ferry.com. You can also view live ferry news on the Rathlin Ferry Facebook page.

 

Rathlin Island currently has two ferries:

  • Kintra II – Passenger ferry, 30-minute crossing (please note they don’t take luggage or prams).
  • Spirit of Rathlin (SOR) – A larger ferry which can accommodate luggage and a small number of pre-booked vehicles. The crossing is usually 40 minutes.

 

Passengers are advised to be at the terminal at least 15 minutes before sailing time. For any restrictions on the crossing, please see www.rathlin-ferry.com.

 

Please note, vehicle restrictions apply on all SOR crossings. Contact Rathlin Ferry for information and to confirm your booking in advance.

  • Rathlin Island to Ballycastle Harbour
    DepartArriveBoatNote
    08:0008:30Kintra IIMon-Fri only
    08:3009:00Kintra IISat-Sun only
    08:3009:10Spirit of Rathlin
    10:0010:30Kintra II
    11:0011:40Spirit of Rathlin
    12:0012:30Kintra II
    15:0015:40Spirit of Rathlin
    16:0016:30Kintra II
    17:0017:40Spirit of Rathlin
    18:0018:30Kintra IIJuly & Aug only

    (Effective from 14th April to 30th September 2025)

     

  • Ballycastle Harbour to Rathlin Island
    DepartArriveBoatNote
    08:3009:00Kintra IIMon-Fri only
    09:3010:00Kintra IISat-Sun only
    10:0010:40Spirit of Rathlin
    11:0011:30Kintra II
    12:0012:40Spirit of Rathlin
    13:0013:30Kintra II
    16:0016:40Spirit of Rathlin
    17:0017:30Kintra II
    18:0018:40Spirit of Rathlin
    18:3019:00Kintra IIJuly & Aug only

    (Effective from 14th April to 30th September 2025)