- 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.
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Bournemouth to Belfast bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Belfast coaches for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 17:15 Bournemouth | 20h15 | 13:30 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Belfast
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Buses from Bournemouth to Belfast run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 14:20, the last at 18:15. The fastest coach covers the 509 km distance in 20h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 509 km |
Average bus duration 20h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 15m |
First bus 14:20 |
Last bus 18:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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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
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.
FAQs: Bournemouth to Belfast coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Belfast can start from as little as £55 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Belfast is £55; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bournemouth to Belfast is 20h 15m to travel the 509 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bournemouth to Belfast leaves at 14:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bournemouth to Belfast leaves at 18:15.
A trip to Belfast from Bournemouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 20h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bournemouth to Belfast is January.
Yes, you can take a coach between Bournemouth and Belfast.
No, the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast.
No, luggage for the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Belfast.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Belfast
Most Bournemouth to Belfast buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Belfast bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Bournemouth
Arrival bus stations in Belfast
Bournemouth, Coach Station
City-centre transport
Getting to Bournemouth, Coach Station from Bournemouth city centre
Bus13, 5, 6, 50, m1, 12, 13A, N5, N1, 11, 21 · 6m · £2 · every ~74 min
m1, 5, 6, 50, 13, 12, 13A, 21, 11, N5, N1 · 7m · £2 · every ~74 min
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street
City-centre transport
Getting to Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street from Belfast city centre
Bus3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, 3H, 3J, 4C, 4D, 4E, 5A, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6D, 6E, 12, 511 · 7m · every ~36 min
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