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Stena Line Offers Free Travel for Students on Irish Sea Routes

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As the new academic year gets underway, Stena Line is providing a significant relief to students from Northern Ireland and Ireland by offering a free travel option on its Irish Sea routes. With over 18,000 students expected to attend universities across Great Britain, Stena Line's promotion aims to alleviate the financial burden on student bank accounts. The free travel option is available on all Irish Sea routes, including Belfast - Liverpool, Belfast - Cairnryan, Dublin - Holyhead, and Rosslare - Fishguard, between August 14 and January 31, 2026.

Key Takeaways:

  • Over 18,000 students from Northern Ireland and Ireland are expected to attend universities across Great Britain.
  • Stena Line's free travel option is available on all Irish Sea routes, including Belfast - Liverpool, Belfast - Cairnryan, Dublin - Holyhead, and Rosslare - Fishguard, between August 14 and January 31, 2026.
  • The free travel option is only available for students when accompanied by a paying adult on an economy or flexi fare.
  • Bookings must be made before September 30.
  • Last year, Stena Line carried 198,799 students across the Irish Sea.
  • The company's Travel Commercial Manager, Orla Noonan, stated that Stena Line prides itself on making it plain sailing for students.
  • The company's promotion is designed to reduce financial stress on students during the new term.
  • Students can also bag a bargain with travel from just £36 as foot passengers.
  • Those looking to Rail and Sail can travel to Cairnryan from £39, or £37 if they take a coach instead of the train.
  • Rail and sail fares from Holyhead or Fishguard start at £45.70.

Statistics:

  • 18,000 students from Northern Ireland and Ireland to attend universities across Great Britain.
  • 198,799 students carried across the Irish Sea by Stena Line last year.
  • £1,020 average monthly student living expenses in Scotland.
  • £1,100 average monthly student living expenses in the north of England.

Sources:

  • Stena Line's website.
  • The Newsletter: "This data puts power into customers' hands - new survey reveals Northern Ireland's best and worst banks" (https://www.newsletter.co.uk/business/this-data-puts-power-into-customers-hands-new-survey-reveals-northern-irelands-best-and-worst-banks-5277556)

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