Rathlin Island ferry

The Rathlin Island ferry operates between Rathlin Island and Ballycastle. There is information below about fares, how to book tickets, and the Rathlin Island Resident Pass.

How to book your ticket

You have to pre-book tickets for the ferry at the following link to confirm availability and to reserve your space:

Choose your journey - Rathlin Ferry

More information on tickets and ferry sailings is available on the Rathlin Ferry website.

Ticket types

There are a number of ticket types available:

adult single - £8.00
adult return - £16.00
child single - £4.00
child return - £8.00
bicycles - £4.40 return (bicycles must be booked by contacting the booking office as restrictions may apply)
vehicle restrictions apply - contact the booking office for further information and prices

All passengers must keep tickets in a readable condition for the entire sailing.

Tickets and your pass (if applicable) must be shown for inspection on demand by either a member of the ferry operator crew or staff, or a Department for Infrastructure monitoring officer.

You may be charged the full fare if you fail to show a valid ticket or pass when asked.

Discounted fares

Discounted fares are offered on Rathlin Island ferry.

Free travel is provided for:

Senior (65+) SmartPass holders
60+ SmartPass holders
Registered Blind SmartPass holders
War Disablement SmartPass holders
children under the age of five years

Half fare travel is provided for:

Half Fare SmartPass holders
children aged five to 15 years

A valid SmartPass must be shown when you get your ticket or the full adult fare will be charged for the journey.

Rathlin Island Resident Pass

Discounted fares are also offered on the Rathlin Island ferry to holders of a Rathlin Island Resident Pass.

Tickets and Resident Passes must be shown for inspection on demand by either a member of the ferry operator crew or staff, or a Department for Infrastructure monitoring officer.

The discount rates are:

Resident Pass	Type of Resident Pass	Discount on standard fare
Resident adult over 65	SmartPass	Free
Resident adult over 60	60+ Pass	Free
Resident adult aged over 16	Adult Pass	Half Fare
Resident child aged 5 to 16	Child Pass	75 per cent

Rathlin Island Resident Passes are issued by the Department for Infrastructure. For further information, contact the Department.

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