Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Ferries
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company runs the ferries to Douglas: from Heysham on Manxman (about 3½ hours), from Liverpool (daily April to October, weekends in winter), and from Larne and Dublin on seasonal schedules.
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Routes
| Route | Crossing Time | Vehicles | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heysham → Douglas (Isle of Man) | 3h 45m | Cars & foot passengers | Book |
| Liverpool → Douglas | 2h 45m (Manannan) / 4h 15m (Manxman) | Cars & foot passengers | Book |
| Larne → Douglas | 3h (Manannan) – 4h 45m (Ben-my-Chree) | Cars & foot passengers | Book |
| Dublin → Douglas | 2h 55m | Cars & foot passengers | Book |
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company sailing patterns
- Liverpool → Douglas
Daily sailings from April to October, weekends in winter
Source: Isle of Man Steam Packet route page, checked 2026-09-28
- Larne → Douglas
Three return sailings a week (Mon, Wed, Fri) in September 2026
Year-round route introduced April 2026
Source: Isle of Man Steam Packet Ireland timetable Aug–Sept 2026 (departures from Larne), checked 2026-09-28
- Dublin → Douglas
Periodic seasonal fast-craft sailings on Manannan, April to August
All sailings from 23 July to 1 October 2026 are cancelled because of berth disruption linked to Holyhead Port
Source: Isle of Man Steam Packet route page, checked 2026-09-28
Vessels on these routes: Manxman, Manannan, Ben-my-Chree
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Network Map
4 routes on FerryConnect; 4 carry vehicles; 2 seasonal.
Ports Isle of Man Steam Packet Company Sails From
Onboard Passenger Amenities
🚗 Vehicle Regulations
Carries cars and other vehicles. Electric vehicles, e-bikes and scooters cannot be charged on any of its vessels, and damaged EVs must have their batteries disconnected and a certificate confirming they are safe to travel.
🐕 Pet & Animal Travel Policy
Pets can stay in your vehicle on the car deck free of charge. Manxman also has kennels, two pet lounges and pet-friendly cabins; Manannan has kennels. Tell the Steam Packet in advance if your pet will travel anywhere other than in your vehicle. Assistance dogs travel free.
Pets on Manxman and Manannan
Pets can stay in your vehicle on the car deck on any Steam Packet vessel, free of charge. Manxman, on Heysham–Douglas, adds kennels, two pet lounges where you sit with your pet, pet-friendly cabins (with en-suite and a sea-view window) and an outdoor pet toilet area. The fast craft Manannan has kennels. If your pet will travel anywhere other than in your vehicle, you must tell the Steam Packet beforehand.
Electric vehicles
The Steam Packet does not permit charging of electric vehicles, including e-bikes and scooters, on any of its vessels. Damaged electric vehicles must have all batteries disconnected and a certificate from a competent person confirming they are safe to travel.
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company FAQs
Can I take my dog to the Isle of Man on the ferry?
Yes. Dogs can stay in your vehicle free of charge, or on Manxman use a kennel, a pet lounge or a pet-friendly cabin. Tell the Steam Packet beforehand if your pet won’t stay in the vehicle.
Can I charge my electric car on the Isle of Man ferry?
No. The Steam Packet does not permit EV charging on any of its vessels.
Checked 2026-10-02 against: Steam Packet: travelling with pets · Steam Packet: vehicle guidance. Policies change; confirm with the operator before booking.