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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 Translink, Aircoach or Dublin Express for the next days.

today
£10
tomorrow
£10
Wednesday
£10
Thursday
£10
Friday
£9
Saturday
£10
Sunday
£8

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Translink 3h 5m 06:40 Dublin Connolly Station 09:45 Belfast Wellington Place  Economy £10
Translink 3h 5m 07:40 Dublin Connolly Station 10:45 Belfast Wellington Place  Economy £10
Aircoach 2h 30m 22:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 01:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £10
Aircoach 2h 30m 17:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 20:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £11
Dublin Express 2h 35m 05:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 08:30 Belfast Glengall St  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Translink 3h 5m 00:40 Dublin Connolly Station 03:45 Belfast Wellington Place  Economy £10
Translink 3h 5m 02:40 Dublin Connolly Station 05:45 Belfast Wellington Place  Economy £10
National Express 2h 35m 00:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 03:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £12
National Express 2h 35m 05:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 08:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £12
Aircoach 2h 30m 11:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 14:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Translink 3h 3m 00:45 Dublin Busáras 03:48 Belfast City Hall  Economy £10
Translink 3h 3m 02:45 Dublin Busáras 05:48 Belfast City Hall  Economy £10
National Express 2h 35m 05:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 08:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £12
National Express 2h 35m 06:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 09:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £12
Aircoach 2h 30m 13:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 16:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Translink 3h 13m 00:45 Dublin Busáras 03:58 Belfast Ulster University  Economy £10
Translink 3h 7m 02:45 Dublin Busáras 05:52 Belfast Ulster University  Economy £10
National Express 2h 35m 06:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 09:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £10
National Express 2h 35m 17:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 20:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £10
Dublin Express 2h 35m 05:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 08:30 Belfast Glengall St  Economy £10

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Dublin Express 2h 35m 05:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 08:30 Belfast Glengall St  Economy £9
Dublin Express 2h 35m 22:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 01:30 Belfast Glengall St  Economy £9
Aircoach 2h 30m 20:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 23:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £11
National Express 2h 35m 06:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 09:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £11
National Express 2h 35m 18:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 21:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £11

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Translink 3h 8m 00:40 Dublin Connolly Station 03:48 Belfast City Hall  Economy £10
Translink 3h 8m 02:40 Dublin Connolly Station 05:48 Belfast City Hall  Economy £10
Aircoach 2h 30m 22:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 01:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £11
National Express 2h 35m 05:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 08:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £11
Aircoach 2h 30m 06:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 09:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 2h 35m 00:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 03:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £8
National Express 2h 35m 17:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 20:30 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £8
Aircoach 2h 30m 17:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 20:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £11
Aircoach 2h 30m 19:50 Dublin O'Connell Street 22:20 Belfast Europa Bus Centre  Economy £11
Dublin Express 2h 35m 05:55 Dublin Custom House Quay 08:30 Belfast Glengall St  Economy £14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Dublin to Belfast is £8 on 09/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 285 daily coaches from Dublin to Belfast. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 92 daily coaches between Dublin and Belfast.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 381 coaches from Dublin to Belfast, while Night sees the fewest connections between Dublin and Belfast, with 84 offers.

Facts about coaches from Dublin to Belfast

Compare all providers like Translink, Aircoach and Dublin Express that travel 153 times every day by bus from Dublin to Belfast in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dublin to Belfast starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 2h 30m
Earliest Coach 05:55
Latest Coach 22:55
Daily Bus Connections 153 Ø
Distance 140.4 km
Coach Companies Translink, Aircoach, Dublin Express and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Dublin to Belfast

Every day, 153 buses from 4 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 03/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
£12
Tuesday 04/08
£10
Wednesday 05/08
£13
Thursday 06/08
£11
Friday 07/08
£9
Saturday 08/08
£12
Sunday 09/08
£11
Monday 10/08
£10
Tuesday 11/08
£9
Wednesday 12/08
£8
Thursday 13/08
£10
Friday 14/08
£8
Saturday 15/08
£11
Sunday 16/08
£10
Monday 17/08
£8
Tuesday 18/08
£11
Wednesday 19/08
£9
Thursday 20/08
£8
Friday 21/08
£9
Saturday 22/08
£10
Sunday 23/08
£8
Monday 24/08
£8
Tuesday 25/08
£9
Wednesday 26/08
£12
Thursday 27/08
£9
Friday 28/08
£12
Saturday 29/08
£9
Sunday 30/08

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 £8, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Dublin to Belfast. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £9.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Dublin to Belfast, with £8. 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.

Beloved bus companies from Dublin to Belfast

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

Dublin Express from Dublin to Belfast

Dublin Express

Here you will find the key facts about the Dublin Express bus route Dublin to Belfast:

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 2h 35m
Earliest Coach 05:55
Last Coach 22:55
Daily Connections 13 Ø
Found on 03/08/2026

Aircoach from Dublin to Belfast

Aircoach

Here you will find the key facts about the Aircoach bus route Dublin to Belfast:

Cheapest Price £10
Fastest Coach 2h 30m
Earliest Coach 06:50
Last Coach 22:50
Daily Connections 61 Ø
Found on 03/08/2026

National Express from Dublin to Belfast

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Dublin to Belfast:

Cheapest Price £8
Fastest Coach 2h 35m
Earliest Coach 10:55
Last Coach 22:55
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 03/08/2026

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Dublin - Belfast

Aircoach
Róisín , 25/07/2025

Excellent and reasonably priced.

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 £8 and takes 2h 35m. 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 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £33. 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 153 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 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £15. 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 05:55. 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 22:55. 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 Translink, Aircoach and Dublin Express. 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: Translink, Aircoach and Dublin Express.

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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Dublin to Belfast?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 153 daily trips between Dublin and Belfast. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Dublin to Belfast?

Prices and availability for 153 trips between Dublin and Belfast change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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.

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