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- New 03-iom-ferry.md: Steam Packet from Liverpool or Heysham, booking notes, EV on board - WAW: full section-by-section EV charging table (Donegal to Kerry) Highlights the two critical gaps: Connemara (Clifden–Westport) and Donegal coast Adds ESB ecars/Zap-Map links and practical overnight charging tips
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Isle of Man Ferry
Type: Ferry logistics Route: Liverpool or Heysham → Douglas, Isle of Man Operator: Steam Packet Company
Port Options
Liverpool → Douglas
- Duration: ~2.5h (fast craft) or ~3.5h (Ben-my-Chree ship)
- Departs from: Pier Head, Liverpool (Princes Parade terminal)
- Best for: If you're stopping in Liverpool anyway — walk on the ferry from the city waterfront
Heysham → Douglas
- Duration: ~3.5h (Ben-my-Chree)
- Departs from: Heysham Port, near Lancaster (M6 J34)
- Best for: If skipping Liverpool; more frequent departures; quieter port
Recommendation: Liverpool departure if you're spending a night there. Heysham if you want to go straight from the Lake District.
Booking
- steam-packet.com
- Book in advance — August sailings with a car fill up. The Ben-my-Chree (the main ship) has limited vehicle deck space.
- Bring your booking confirmation — check-in closes 30–45 min before departure
EV on the Ferry
- Drive your car onto the vehicle deck as normal
- No charging available on board — arrive at port with enough charge to reach Douglas and your accommodation
- Douglas is ~10 min from the ferry terminal; charge overnight at your hotel or the MEA chargers at the Sea Terminal car park
On Board
- The Ben-my-Chree has a restaurant, lounge, and cabins (useful for the longer crossings)
- Fast craft (Manannan) is quicker but less comfortable and weather-dependent