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Port of Larne

GBLAR🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Larne

Larne is a major roll-on/roll-off port on the east coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It handles significant passenger and freight traffic. The harbor is sheltered and requires pilots and tugs for operations.

Background
Larne is a town on the east coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland, with a population of 18,853 at the 2021 census. It is a major passenger and freight roll-on roll-off port. Larne is within the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council area. Together with parts of the neighbouring districts of Antrim and Newtownabbey and Causeway Coast and Glens, it forms the East Antrim constituency for elections to the Westminster Parliament and Northern Ireland Assembly. The civil parish is in the historic barony of Glenarm Upper.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
N
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33790 →
GeoNames ID
2644848 →
Wikidata
Q935686 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.larne.gov.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBLAR
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-LRN
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Latitude
54.8457°
Longitude
-5.7925°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Larne?+
The approach to Larne is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Carnlough North Pier Lighthouse at 9.4 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Pladdy Lug (21.9 NM SSE), Portpatrick Range Rear (23.4 NM E), Killyleagh (27.6 NM S), Crammag Head (29.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Larne?+
The Port of Larne is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Larne?+
You can track vessels near Larne (GBLAR) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for GBLAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Larne?+
The Port of Larne operates in the UTC+0 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.