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XI7855:552h35Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)8:30Belfast, Grand Central Station£151One-way0 changes- XI7856:552h35Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)9:30Belfast, Grand Central Station£151One-way0 changes
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Best day trips from Belfast by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Belfast are Newry, Armagh and Lisburn. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Belfast on Omio.
Day trip from Belfast to Armagh by bus
Day trip from Belfast to Lisburn by bus
Popular coaches to and from Belfast
Popular coaches to Belfast
Dublin to Belfast coach
from £11
Direct coaches available
2h25 average duration
13buses per day
Served by
- Dublin Express
- National Express
- AirCoach
Dublin Airport to Belfast coach
from £11
Direct coaches available
1h50 average duration
19buses per day
Served by
- Dublin Express
- National Express
Glasgow to Belfast coach
from £36
Direct coaches available
6h10 average duration
2buses per day
Served by
- National Express
Ayr to Belfast coach
from £36
Direct coaches available
5h15 average duration
2buses per day
Served by
- National Express
London to Belfast coach
from £52
Direct coaches available
14h45 average duration
1bus per day
Served by
- National Express
Popular coaches from Belfast
Belfast to Dublin Airport coach
from £11
Direct coaches available
1h50 average duration
19buses per day
Served by
- Dublin Express
- National Express
- AirCoach
Belfast to Dublin coach
from £11
Direct coaches available
1h25 average duration
13buses per day
Served by
- Dublin Express
- National Express
- AirCoach
Belfast to Glasgow coach
from £36
Direct coaches available
5h55 average duration
2buses per day
Served by
- National Express
Belfast to London coach
from £52
Direct coaches available
14h40 average duration
1bus per day
Served by
- National Express
Belfast to Birmingham coach
from £52
Direct coaches available
13h30 average duration
1bus per day
Served by
- National Express
How to Get to Belfast by Bus
There are scheduled services by bus to Belfast in Northern Ireland that leave from various destinations from around the UK. They are operated by Eurolines, part of National Express, with the ferry crossings on Irish Ferries and Stena Line. From London Victoria buses leave daily from the Coach Station at approximately 6:30 p.m. and arrives around 9:00 a.m. in Belfast. The journey duration is 14.5 hours and terminates at either the Stena Terminal where local Metro buses and taxis will take you straight to the city centre or at the Europa Bus Station on Great Victoria Street, a short walk from the centre of Belfast. Other examples of journey times to Belfast are 5.5 hours from Glasgow and about 10 hours from Manchester which also runs the service over night. It should be noted that bad weather conditions may effect ferry crossings and your final arrival times.
Belfast
The capital city of Belfast is the cultural centre of Northern Ireland with an array of art galleries, museums and live venues of all varieties and sizes. International bands and artists regularly perform live shows at venues such as the world class Odyssey Arena and Belfast Waterfront. There is also an abundance of friendly pubs where you'll catch local bands and impromptu sessions of local artists who may play traditional folk tunes. The city is a great mix of distinctive architecture, with its impressive Victorian and Edwardian public buildings and stunning modernistic landmarks. A fine example is the iconic Titanic Belfast Visitor Centre, a must see attraction paying homage to the city's maritime heritage of shipbuilding. Belfast has much to offer, not forgetting its superb retail facilities, fantastic cafes and restaurants and some great nightclubs.
How to Get to Belfast by Bus
There are scheduled services by bus to Belfast in Northern Ireland that leave from various destinations from around the UK. They are operated by Eurolines, part of National Express, with the ferry crossings on Irish Ferries and Stena Line. From London Victoria buses leave daily from the Coach Station at approximately 6:30 p.m. and arrives around 9:00 a.m. in Belfast. The journey duration is 14.5 hours and terminates at either the Stena Terminal where local Metro buses and taxis will take you straight to the city centre or at the Europa Bus Station on Great Victoria Street, a short walk from the centre of Belfast. Other examples of journey times to Belfast are 5.5 hours from Glasgow and about 10 hours from Manchester which also runs the service over night. It should be noted that bad weather conditions may effect ferry crossings and your final arrival times.
Belfast
The capital city of Belfast is the cultural centre of Northern Ireland with an array of art galleries, museums and live venues of all varieties and sizes. International bands and artists regularly perform live shows at venues such as the world class Odyssey Arena and Belfast Waterfront. There is also an abundance of friendly pubs where you'll catch local bands and impromptu sessions of local artists who may play traditional folk tunes. The city is a great mix of distinctive architecture, with its impressive Victorian and Edwardian public buildings and stunning modernistic landmarks. A fine example is the iconic Titanic Belfast Visitor Centre, a must see attraction paying homage to the city's maritime heritage of shipbuilding. Belfast has much to offer, not forgetting its superb retail facilities, fantastic cafes and restaurants and some great nightclubs.
Bus providers: National Express to BerlinTravel to Belfast on National Express buses with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
14h 45m
Cheapest National Express Price
£52
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Complete guide to Belfast
Things to do in Belfast
Discover the best of Belfast — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Belfast trip today.
- Must visit
Titanic Belfast
Major interactive museum telling the story of the ship, the city’s industrial heritage and the dock where Titanic was built.
- Must visit
Ulster Museum
National museum with art, archaeology, natural history and local history collections beside Botanic Gardens.
- Recommended
Golden Thread Gallery
Contemporary gallery in the Cathedral Quarter showing rotating exhibitions by Irish and international artists in a compact city-centre space.
- Must visit
Titanic Quarter
Revived waterfront district with dockside walks, Titanic landmarks, public art and harbour views close to major visitor sites.
- Must visit
Cathedral Quarter
Historic quarter known for cobbled lanes, street art, music venues and handsome warehouse architecture around St Anne’s Cathedral.
- Recommended
Ormeau Park
Leafy Victorian park with broad lawns, river walks and an excellent viewpoint over Belfast from the hilltop.
Ulster Fry
A Northern Irish breakfast with fried eggs, bacon, sausages, soda bread, potato bread and black pudding. A staple local start to the day.
- Vegetarian
Soda Bread
A dense quick bread made with bicarbonate of soda instead of yeast. It is a classic Belfast and Ulster bakery staple, often served at breakfast.
- Vegetarian
Potato Bread
A flat griddled bread made from mashed potato, flour and butter. It is a much-loved part of the Ulster Fry and everyday home cooking.
OX Belfast
Modern Irish restaurant known for carefully sourced local produce and polished yet relaxed dining in the Cathedral Quarter.
The Muddlers Club
Stylish brasserie and bar serving seasonal Irish dishes, seafood and steaks in a lively city-centre setting.
St George's Market
Long-standing market with trusted stalls for local breads, seafood, traybakes and hot food. Ideal for sampling Belfast flavours casually.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and pub meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest: 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included, round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
bus station information and facilities
Bus stops in Belfast
Check where to Belfast buses depart and arrive, plus the main bus station and stop details for this route.
Belfast, Europa BuscentreEuropa Buscentre, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7BQ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Belfast, Europa Buscentre from Belfast city centre
Belfast, Europa Buscentre is 1 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBangor - Belfast Great Central, Coleraine - Belfast Great Central, Carrickfergus - Belfast Great Central, Larne Town - Belfast Great Central, Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central, Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central, Portrush - Belfast Great Central, Whitehead - Belfast Great Central · 13m · £6 · every ~10 min
Bus8A, 8B, 8C, 8D · 3m · every ~9 min
Belfast, Europa Buscentre bus station facilities and services
Belfast, Europa Buscentre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Little Italy (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the bus station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Belfast, Europa Buscentre.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Belfast, Europa Buscentre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast, Europa Buscentre: Elevators, ramps.
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington StreetUpper Queen Street, Belfast BT1 6PU, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street from Belfast city centre
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street is 1 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, 3H, 3J, 4C, 4D, 4E, 5A, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6D, 6E, 12, 511 · 7m · every ~36 min
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street bus station facilities and services
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street. ATMs are available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street: Accessibility features not detailed.
Belfast, Donegall Square West
City-centre transport
Getting to Belfast, Donegall Square West from Belfast city centre
Bus3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, 3H, 3J, 4C, 4D, 4E, 5A, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6D, 6E, 12, 511 · 6m · every ~36 min
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