Ferry timetable

For live ferry information, fares and bookings 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 – This is a passengers only ferry with a 30 minutes crossing.
  • Spirit of Rathlin (SOR) –  This ferry can carry a small number of pre-booked vehicles and passengers. 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
    Depart RathlinArrive BallycastleBoatNote
    07:4508:25Spirit of RathlinMon-Fri
    09:0009:40Spirit of RathlinWeekends Only
    12:0012:30Kintra II
    15:0015:40Spirit of Rathlin
    16:3017:00Kintra II1st Feb – 31st Mar
  • Ballycastle Harbour to Rathlin Island
    Depart BallycastleArrive RathlinBoatNote
    08:3009:00Kintra IIMon-Fri
    10:0010:40Spirit of Rathlin
    14:0014:30Kintra II
    16:0016:40Spirit of Rathlin
    17:0017:30Kintra II1st Feb – 31st Mar
  • From 1 April to 31 August 2024 - Rathlin Island to Ballycastle Harbour
    Depart RathlinArrive BallycastleBoatNote
    08:0008:30Kintra IIMon-Fri
    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 IIJul 1st – Aug 31st
  • From 1 April to 31 August 2024 - Ballycastle Harbour to Rathlin Island
    Depart BallycastleArrive RathlinBoatNote
    08:3009:00Kintra IIMon-Fri
    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 IIJul 1st – Aug 31st