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Titanic Belfast
Major interactive museum telling the story of the ship, the city’s industrial heritage and the dock where Titanic was built.
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dublin to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Belfast will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 12 buses that leave Dublin for Belfast every day 12 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 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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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XI785Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Belfast 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 train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 141 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Belfast coaches for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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XI785 | 20:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 23:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 22:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 1:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
XI785 | 0:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 3:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 5:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 8:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 6:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 9:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 8:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 11:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 10:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 13:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 11:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 14:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 12:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 15:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 14:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 17:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 16:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 19:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
XI785 | 18:55 Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) | 2h35 | 21:30 Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Dublin to Belfast run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 13 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 35m.
Distance 141 km |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Belfast — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Belfast trip today.
Major interactive museum telling the story of the ship, the city’s industrial heritage and the dock where Titanic was built.
National museum with art, archaeology, natural history and local history collections beside Botanic Gardens.
Contemporary gallery in the Cathedral Quarter showing rotating exhibitions by Irish and international artists in a compact city-centre space.
Revived waterfront district with dockside walks, Titanic landmarks, public art and harbour views close to major visitor sites.
Historic quarter known for cobbled lanes, street art, music venues and handsome warehouse architecture around St Anne’s Cathedral.
Leafy Victorian park with broad lawns, river walks and an excellent viewpoint over Belfast from the hilltop.
A Northern Irish breakfast with fried eggs, bacon, sausages, soda bread, potato bread and black pudding. A staple local start to the day.
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.
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.
Modern Irish restaurant known for carefully sourced local produce and polished yet relaxed dining in the Cathedral Quarter.
Stylish brasserie and bar serving seasonal Irish dishes, seafood and steaks in a lively city-centre setting.
Long-standing market with trusted stalls for local breads, seafood, traybakes and hot food. Ideal for sampling Belfast flavours casually.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and pub meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Tipping is modest: 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included, round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
There are 20 services a day for buses from Dublin to Belfast. The Expressway X1 service leaves on the hour, every two hours from 01:00 a.m. until 05:00 a.m. and then every hour until 11:00 p.m. Coach services between the two cities are operated by Bus Eireann and journeys takes just under 2.5 hours.
Dublin Busarus: All coaches depart from Dublin's main bus, light rail and coach terminus, Busarus, which is located a mile to the east of the centre and just a 15 minute walk from Temple Bar. From Connelley Train Station it's just a two minute walk to Busarus.
Belfast Europa Bus Station: Coaches from Dublin arrive at the main bus and coach terminus in Belfast, Europa, which is located less than a mile from the southwest of the city centre which can be reached via a short walk in under ten minutes or in two minutes from Great Victoria Station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin 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.

Most Dublin to Belfast buses use the Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) to Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street station pair, with some services arriving at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street. Use this guide to compare Dublin and Belfast bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) is 1 km from Dublin city centre. Public transport options include:
Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House). ATMs are available at Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House).
Ticket office support is available at Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House).
Available at Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House): Accessible for wheelchairs and other mobility aids.
Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) is 10 km from Dublin city centre. Public transport options include:
Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), McDonald's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2).
Available at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) is 2 km from Dublin city centre. Public transport options include:
Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in nearby banks and convenience stores.
Ticket office support is available at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel).
Available at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel): Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel): Ramps.
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street is 1 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
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 is available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street. ATMs are available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street.
Ticket office support is available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street.
Available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street: Accessibility features not detailed.
Belfast is 1 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Belfast has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast-food options available.
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Belfast.
Available at Belfast: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Belfast, Belfast City Airport is 5 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Belfast, Belfast City Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants available in the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available at the airport. ATMs are aTMs located throughout the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Belfast, Belfast City Airport.
Available at Belfast, Belfast City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast, Belfast City Airport: Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
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