4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Belfast to Dublin
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Belfast to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Dublin will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 14 buses that leave Belfast for Dublin every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Belfast to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 141 km
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Belfast to Dublin bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Dublin coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| XI785 | Delayed 09:50 03:50Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 20:15Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | Delayed 09:50 05:50Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 20:15Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | Delayed 09:50 07:50Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 20:15Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | Delayed 09:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 20:15Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | Delayed 11:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 20:15Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | Delayed 13:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 20:15Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | Delayed 14:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 20:15Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | Delayed 15:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 20:15Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | On time 17:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 20:15 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | On time 19:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 22:15 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | On time 21:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 00:15 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 23 November | |||||
| XI785 | 01:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 04:15 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 03:50 Belfast | 2h25 | 06:15 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to Dublin
United Kingdom
Ireland
Buses from Belfast to Dublin run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 141 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 141 km |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Infobus, Dublin Express, Aircoach from Belfast to DublinYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Dublin with AirCoach, Infobus, Dublin Express, Aircoach for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Belfast to Dublin: Journey Details
Buses from Belfast to Dublin typically take between 2 and a half to just over 3 hours, depending on the route taken and whether it is a direct service. Aircoach and Bus Éireann are the key providers for this route. Services from both providers depart round-the-clock on an hourly basis, except for during the night when the interval between departures becomes every two hours. Prices don't change majorly between the providers or time of day, staying fairly uniform throughout.
Buses on this route are direct, with no changes involved, however, there is a stop at Dublin Airport en route.
Return journeys on buses from Dublin to Belfast are also available.
Which bus companies go from Belfast to Dublin? Bus companies that operate services for this route include Enterprise Service, Aircoach, and Bus Eireann.
How long is the bus from Belfast to Dublin? The fastest travel time for this route is about 2:10 hours, although there may be slight time variations between 5 and 10 minutes, depending on which route or stops the coach takes in for the journey.
Are buses from Belfast to Dublin direct? The journey to Dublin city is usually direct; however, there are routes that incur a change of bus at Dublin Airport.
When are the first and last buses of the day from Belfast to Dublin? The first Belfast Dublin bus of the day departs from Belfast at approximately 12:22 a.m, and the last bus of the day departs around 10:50 p.m.
How often are buses from Belfast to Dublin? There is usually at least one Belfast-Dublin bus per hour..
Tips for Booking Cheap Coaches from Belfast to Dublin
How far in advance to book cheap coach tickets from Belfast to Dublin? Booking in advance is recommended although you won't see the ticket price increase too much if you purchase on the day of departure. Coach ticket prices depend on the bus company and if the journey is an Express service or a journey with plenty of stops.
When is the cheapest and most expensive time of day to travel by bus from Belfast to Dublin? The cheapest time of day to travel by bus from Belfast to Dublin is in the morning. The most expensive time of day to take the bus from Belfast to Dublin is the very last bus of the day, which tends to be the night bus.
Coach Station Info and Getting to the City Centre
Where do coaches from Belfast to Dublin depart from? Buses from Belfast to Dublin usually start out from Belfast Europa Buscentre, which is located along Glengall Street in the city centre. The bus station is part of a major transportation hub in Belfast and is adjacent to Great Victoria Street train station. There are numerous bus routes that operate services to Europa Buscentre, including numbers 7A, 106, 107 and 108. There are night bus services in operation throughout the city. In addition, it’s possible to travel to the bus station via a reputable taxi.
The other central train stations, Belfast Central, Botanic and City Hospital are all within a few hundred metres. The Europa Buscentre is a key terminal for regional and local buses, although these don't run for 24 hours like the buses from Belfast to Dublin. Taxis in the city centre will be plentiful.
Where do coaches from Belfast to Dublin arrive at? There are a number of choices when it comes to the end of your journey - buses from Belfast to Dublin terminate at various locations in the city centre, including O’Connell Street and Dublin Busaras and Dublin airport.
Busaras Bus Station is situated on Store Street in Dublin city centre. It is well-served by regional and intercity buses. The red line of the Luas (light rail system) also has a stop at Busaras bus station, and Connolly train station is adjacent to the bus station.
FAQs: Belfast to Dublin coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Dublin by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Belfast, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street, Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Belfast, International Airport (Coach Park - Bay 3). When arriving in Dublin, you can end your route in coach stations like Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), Dublin, Airport (Terminal 1), Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) and Dublin, Custom House Quay.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), located 9.1 miles (14.7 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Belfast to Dublin, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Belfast and Dublin
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Little Italy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 Train: Great Victoria Street Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 300, 300A
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- The Garden Terrace (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal at the designated taxi rank.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 41, 102
WifiATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station on O'Connell Street.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 13, 16, 44 Train: DART Tram: Luas Green
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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