4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Belfast
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
17 h
Average duration
18 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Belfast will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 2 buses that leave London for Belfast every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 517 km distance in an average of 18 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for London to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 517 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
16h 18m Average total duration 15h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Belfast bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Belfast coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 London | 19h30 | 14:30 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:30 London | 17h00 | 14:30 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Belfast
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Buses from London to Belfast run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 10:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 517 km distance in 17h 0m.
Distance 517 km |
Average bus duration 15h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 0m |
First bus 10:20 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to BelfastYou can travel by bus between London to Belfast with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses From London To Belfast
Buses from London to Belfast leave from London Victoria Coach Station to Belfast Europa Coach Station once per day at 22:30, arriving in Belfast at 14:25 the next afternoon. The London to Belfast bus journey takes approximately 16 hours and is operated by National Express.
London Victoria Coach Station To Belfast Europa Bus Centre
Departure Station: Buses from London to Belfast depart from London's Victoria Coach Station. Conveniently situated in the central district of Victoria in Westminster, Victoria Coach Station is also just a few minutes walk from Victoria Train Station. In addition, taxis are available outside of the coach station and it is also served by 211, 239, C1 and N11 bus services to the surrounding areas of London.
Arrival Station: London to Belfast buses arrive at Belfast's Europa Bus Centre. Europa Bus Centre is situated in the heart of Belfast City, behind Belfast's landmark hotel, the Europa. The bus station is five minutes walk from City Hall and there is also a host of taxis should you prefer not to walk. Buses to the surrounding areas are available outside Castle Court shopping centre which is a three-minute walk from City Hall.
FAQs: London to Belfast coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Belfast
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
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