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  • Rathlin Island Ferry and Strangford Lough ferry fares to increase

    Topics:
    • Bus, rail and ferry travel

    Date published: 7 January 2026

    An increase in fares on Strangford Lough and Rathlin Island ferry service will come into effect on 01 February 2026.

    The Department for Infrastructure has confirmed the increase, which is in line with Consumer Prices Index inflation.

    The increase follows a statutory 30-day notice period from 27 October 2025 to 26 November 2025.

    Notes to editors:

    1. The new fares are available here: https://www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/articles/rathlin-island-ferry-and-strangford-lough-ferry-fares
    2. All media queries should be directed to the Department for Infrastructure Press Office at: press.office@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk.
    3. The Executive Information Service operates an out of hours service for media enquiries only between 1800hrs and 0800hrs Monday to Friday and at weekends and public holidays. The duty press officer can be contacted on 028 9037 8110.
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