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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.
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 an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, while a flight costs an average of £89.
Distance: 517 km
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Take a train from London to Belfast and enjoy the approximately 517 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Distance 517 km |
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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.
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Belfast Lanyon Place -> Belfast City Hall
Trains from London to Belfast leave throughout the day and evening. The first service leaves London at 5:30 am, and then there are trains available in the early morning, at lunchtime, and then in the evening; with the last train leaving at close to midnight. There are approximately 7 trains per day; however, there are no direct trains from London and Belfast. Most journeys have between 3-6 transfers and can last between 11-14 hours. Arriva Trains Wales, Scotrail, and Virgin Trains all provide train from London to Belfast.
London to Belfast trains are operated by Virgin Trains, ScotRail, and Arriva Trains Wales.
The average journey time for most trains travelling from London to Belfast varies from 11-14 hours depending on train company, number of transfers, time of day, and time of week passengers are travelling.
Trains from London to Belfast begin running in the early morning and continue regularly throughout the day into the late evening. The first London to Belfast train departs at 5:30 a.m. while the last leaves London at 11:50 p.m.
All trains from London to Belfast depart from London's Euston train station which is connected to the London's city centre via local transport via buses, taxis, the London underground and connecting trains. All London to Belfast trains arrive at Belfast Central station. Belfast Central station is connected to the city centre via bus, coach, and metro services.
On London's South Bank, the London Eye awards its visitors an unforgettable view of the capital. In the same area are attractions such as the London Aquarium, the National Film Theatre and for music buffs, the Royal Festival Hall. Trains to Belfast leave from London's Euston station. Both the Northern and Victoria tube lines arrive at the station. The nearby Euston Square tube station is served by the Hammersmith & City, Circle, and Metropolitan lines. Tube services run from early morning until late in the evening and on weekends and bank holidays. There is a bus terminal outside the station, with regular services leaving during the day and at night. Overground trains arrive at the station from all over London and the rest of the country. There is a car drop off point but no waiting is allowed. It is also easily accessible on foot or by bicycle.
Visitors can go to Belfast City Hall in Donegall Square and enjoy Ormeau Park on the River Lagan, among many more attractions. Belfast Central station is located on East Bridge Street, right in the centre of the city. It is easily reached by road, due to its proximity to the A20. There is a Translink terminal adjacent to the station that provides bus, coach, and metro services. These run during the day and evening. The station is located slightly further from the city centre than other stations, but trains to more central stations run half hourly-hourly. Taxis are available outside the station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Belfast by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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