Foynes to Liverpool Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Foynes, Ireland to Liverpool, United Kingdom. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance
442.1 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
3.7 days
at 5 knots
Under Power
44 hours
at 10 knots
Best Time
May-September
Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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This map shows the direct sea route from Foynes to Liverpool. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 96% longer than the 226 nm direct line, its heading turning from west-southwest to north-northwest. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance
442.1 nm (818.8 km)
Direct line
226 nm96% longer
Great-circle bearing
75° (east-northeast)
Geographic extent
2.2° × 7.7°
Crossing
Cross-border · Same region
From
Foynes (Ireland) 52.6167, -9.1167
To
Liverpool (United Kingdom) 53.4167, -3.0000
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn3.7 days
8 kn2.3 days
10 kn44 hours
12 kn37 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Foynes to Liverpool Route

Linking Foynes and Liverpool, this multi-day coastal cross-border crossing between two major harbours sits in the Northern Europe region — a passage shaped by persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.

The lane links Foynes (Ireland) and Liverpool (United Kingdom), between neighbouring ports of the same region.

Navigation Tips

  • •A multi-day coastal cross-border passage in the Northern Europe region typically requires planning for persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.
  • •A multi-day coastal leg in Northern Europe benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
  • •Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this cross-border crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, since rules vary by port.
  • •Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a multi-day coastal leg in Northern Europe.
  • •Documentation requirements differ for cross-border passages between neighbouring ports of the same region; verify cruising permits in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Foynes to Liverpool by sea?

Approximately 442.1 nautical miles separate Foynes and Liverpool by sea, making this a multi-day coastal leg in Northern Europe.

How long does it take to sail from Foynes to Liverpool?

Expect about 1.8 days – 3.7 days for a multi-day coastal run of 442.1 nautical miles between neighbouring ports of the same region.

What's the best time to sail from Foynes to Liverpool?

Peak sailing season here is May-September; year-round, Northern Europe routes contend with persistent low cloud and reduced visibility on shoulder-season passages.

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