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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Belfast to Dublin Airport
- Cheapest price on 11 Nov
- £16
- Average ticket price on 11 Nov
- £18
- Fastest journey on 11 Nov
- 1 h 50 m
- Average journey duration on 11 Nov
- 1 h 50 m
- Buses on 11 Nov
- 12
- Distance
- 130 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Belfast to Dublin Airport 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 Airport will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 12 buses from Belfast to Dublin Airport, including 12 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
XI78521:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 23:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £16 1 One-way 0 changes- XI785
3:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 5:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £16 1 One-way 0 changes - XI785
17:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 19:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £16 1 One-way 0 changes - XI785
15:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 17:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £16 1 One-way 0 changes - XI785
19:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 21:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £16 1 One-way 0 changes
- XI785
9:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 11:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £18 1 One-way 0 changes - XI785
13:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 15:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £19 1 One-way 0 changes - XI785
21:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 23:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £16 1 One-way 0 changes - XI785
1:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 3:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £21 1 One-way 0 changes - XI785
3:50 1h50 Belfast, Grand Central Station 5:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) £16 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport
United Kingdom
Ireland
Buses from Belfast to Dublin Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. 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 04:50, the last at 21:50. The fastest coach covers the 130 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 130 km |
Average bus duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 4:50 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Belfast to Dublin Airport trip
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Live departures
Belfast to Dublin Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Dublin Airport coaches for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XI785 | 19:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 21:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 21:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 23:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 November | |||||
| XI785 | 1:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 3:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 3:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 5:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 5:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 7:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 7:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 9:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 8:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 10:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 9:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 11:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 11:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 13:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 13:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 15:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 15:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 17:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| XI785 | 17:50 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 19:40 Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Belfast and Dublin Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
FAQs: Belfast to Dublin Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Dublin Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Belfast and Dublin Airport
Most Belfast to Dublin Airport buses use the Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street to Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) station pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Dublin Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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:
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.
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