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Facts about coaches from Dublin to Belfast

Compare all providers like National Express, Aircoach and Translink that travel 39 times every day by bus from Dublin to Belfast in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dublin to Belfast starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus £10
Fastest Bus 2h 20m
Earliest Coach 00:20
Latest Coach 23:20
Daily Bus Connections 39 Ø
Distance 140.4 km
Coach Companies National Express, Aircoach and Translink

Cheapest coach connections from Dublin to Belfast

Every day, 39 buses from 3 coach companies leave Dublin for Belfast: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 19/03/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 18/03
Tuesday 19/03
£10
Wednesday 20/03
£10
Thursday 21/03
£10
Friday 22/03
£10
Saturday 23/03
£10
Sunday 24/03
£10
Monday 25/03
£10
Tuesday 26/03
£10
Wednesday 27/03
£12
Thursday 28/03
£10
Friday 29/03
£10
Saturday 30/03
£10
Sunday 31/03
£10
Monday 01/04
£10
Tuesday 02/04
£10
Wednesday 03/04
£10
Thursday 04/04
£10
Friday 05/04
£10
Saturday 06/04
£10
Sunday 07/04
£10
Monday 08/04
£10
Tuesday 09/04
£10
Wednesday 10/04
£10
Thursday 11/04
£10
Friday 12/04
£10
Saturday 13/04
£10
Sunday 14/04

The cheapest time to travel from Dublin to Belfast

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Dublin to Belfast, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £10, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Dublin to Belfast. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £10.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dublin to Belfast, with £10. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £10.

How to save money travelling from Dublin to Belfast

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Dublin to Belfast in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Dublin to Belfast, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Dublin to Belfast are also emptier.

Compare all timetables for the bus from Dublin to Belfast

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Dublin to Belfast from various bus operators like National Express, Aircoach or Translink for the next days.
  • National Express
    2h 30m
    00:20
    Dublin
    Custom House Quay
    02:50
    Belfast
    Europa Bus Centre
    National Express
    Economy
    from £10
  • Translink
    3h 5m
    00:40
    Dublin
    Connolly Station
    03:45
    Belfast
    City Hall
    Translink
    Economy
    from £10
  • National Express
    2h 30m
    10:20
    Dublin
    Custom House Quay
    12:50
    Belfast
    Europa Bus Centre
    National Express
    Economy
    from £12
  • Aircoach
    2h 20m
    01:20
    Dublin
    O'Connell Street
    03:40
    Belfast
    Glengall St
    Aircoach
    Economy
    from £12
  • Translink
    3h 20m
    02:40
    Dublin
    Connolly Station
    06:00
    Belfast
    Castlereagh, Montgomery Road
    Translink
    Economy
    from £12
  • National Express
    2h 30m
    18:20
    Dublin
    Custom House Quay
    20:50
    Belfast
    Europa Bus Centre
    National Express
    Economy
    from £14
  • Aircoach
    2h 20m
    13:20
    Dublin
    O'Connell Street
    15:40
    Belfast
    Glengall St
    Aircoach
    Economy
    from £14

Frequency of bus connections between Dublin and Belfast

See here how frequent the connections between Dublin and Belfast are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 66 daily coaches from Dublin to Belfast. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 29 daily coaches between Dublin and Belfast.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 87 coaches from Dublin to Belfast, while Night sees the fewest connections between Dublin and Belfast, with 52 offers.

Beloved bus companies from Dublin to Belfast

These are the most booked bus companies between Dublin to Belfast from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Dublin and Belfast

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Dublin and Belfast.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Dublin to Belfast

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Dublin to Belfast? Or which bus companies serve the route Dublin to Belfast? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Dublin to Belfast bus

How much does a Dublin - Belfast coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Dublin - Belfast bus trip is available from £10 and takes 3h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Dublin to Belfast?

The connection Dublin to Belfast is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £15. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Dublin - Belfast route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Dublin to Belfast is offered by roughly 39 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Belfast from Dublin take?

The quickest coach from Dublin to Belfast is provided by Aircoach and takes 2h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £12. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dublin to Belfast?

The earliest bus to Belfast departs from Dublin at 00:20. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Dublin to Belfast?

The latest bus to Belfast departs from Dublin at 23:20. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Dublin - Belfast route?

Passengers looking to travel from Dublin to Belfast can travel with National Express, Aircoach and Translink. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Belfast?

You can check all the direct connections between Dublin and Belfast by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express, Aircoach and Translink.

What can I take with me on the bus to Belfast from Dublin?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Dublin Belfast bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Dublin Belfast bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Dublin to Belfast on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Dublin to Belfast

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Alternate transport types from Dublin to Belfast

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Dublin to Belfast for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Dublin to Belfast

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Dublin to Belfast for the next days.
  • Translink
    2h 54m
    07:35
    Dublin
    Connolly Station
    10:29
    Belfast
    Castlereagh, Montgomery Road
    Translink
    Economy
    from £2

More bus routes from Dublin and Belfast

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes from Dublin and from Belfast. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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