THE RBS Six Nations rugby championship starts on February 4 2017.

And Stena Line is offering fans a variety of travel options for the opening match between Scotland and Ireland at Murrayfield Stadium.

Fans wanting to take a road trip to the match can travel by car from Belfast from just £40*per person return (based on a car and 4 passengers).

And only £10 per person after that, with the freedom to return any time up to 30 hours from arrival in Scotland.

Those wishing to leave the driving to someone else can score return travel from just £49 per person on the day of the match.

This includes comfortable, stress-free Superfast ferry travel from Belfast to Cairnryan and coach transfers to and from Murrayfield stadium.

Stena Line also has a range of great value hotel breaks by car for those wishing to convert their trip into a weekend break and supporters can choose from a variety of hotels in Glasgow and Edinburgh.

To take advantage of these great offers, go to http://www.stenaline.co.uk/rugby.

* Based on a car and up to 4 people travelling £160 return. Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability. Please note that prices do not include match ticket.