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Compare ferry and coach for Ayr to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ayr to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a ferry costs an average of £44.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Ferry | Coach | Driving |
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£44 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Ayr to Belfast
Compare the available ways to get from Ayr to Belfast, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Ayr to Belfast is a coach with an average price of £37.
This is compared to other travel options from Ayr to Belfast:
A coach is £7 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ayr to Belfast costing on average £44.
The fastest way to travel from Ayr to Belfast is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 7m.
Other travel options to Belfast take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 47m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ayr and Belfast including taking a ferry and coach.
Travel optionsfrom Ayr to Belfast
How to get to Belfast from Ayr by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Ayr to Belfast is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Stena Line7:15 2h15 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) 9:30 Port of Belfast £37 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
- Stena Line
7:15 2h15 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) 9:30 Port of Belfast £37 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
- P&O Irish Sea
8:00 2h00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) 10:00 Larne Port £39 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
- Stena Line
19:30 2h15 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) 21:45 Port of Belfast £37 1 One-way 0 changes - Stena Line
11:15 2h15 Port of Cairnryan (Stena Line) 13:30 Port of Belfast £37 1 One-way 0 changes - P&O Irish Sea
12:00 2h00 Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) 14:00 Larne Port £39 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Belfast by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Belfast are Newry, Bangor, Cairnryan, Larne and Armagh. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Belfast on Omio.
Day trip from Belfast to Bangor by bus
Why visit Bangor for the day?
Bangor is a small university city on the Menai Strait in north-west Wales, known for its student life and Victorian character. Its cathedral, compact centre and waterside setting give it a quieter feel than larger Welsh cities.
Day trip from Belfast to Cairnryan by bus
Why visit Cairnryan for the day?
Cairnryan is a small coastal village in Dumfries and Galloway, known for its ferry ports on Loch Ryan. It has a quiet maritime character and nearby wartime history, with easy access to the surrounding south-west Scottish coast.
Day trip from Belfast to Larne by bus
Day trip from Belfast to Armagh by bus
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FAQs: Ayr to Belfast
Travel to Belfast easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ayr to Belfast.
There are 2 options to travel between Ayr and Belfast including taking a ferry and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Ayr to Belfast is a coach with an average price of £37.
This is compared to other travel options from Ayr to Belfast:
A coach is £7 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ayr to Belfast costing on average £44.
The fastest way to travel from Ayr to Belfast is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 7m.
Other travel options to Belfast take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 47m.
The Ayr to Belfast distance is approximately 128 km.
The average frequency per day from Ayr to Belfast is:
- Around 9 ferries per day.
- Around 1 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ayr and Belfast as scheduled services by ferry and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ayr to Belfast:
- Coaches mostly depart from Ayr, Sandgate and arrive in Belfast, Grand Central Station.
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Cairnryan (P&O Ferries) and arrive in Larne Port.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ayr to Belfast, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with National Express to go to Belfast by coach.
- Travel with P&O Irish Sea, Stena Line, P&O Ferries to go to Belfast by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ayr to Belfast with the following travel companies:
- 1 direct coaches per day with National Express.
- 9 direct ferries per day with P&O Irish Sea, Stena Line, P&O Ferries.
Omio customers who travel from Ayr to Belfast often also extend their vacation to go to Dublin, London, Glasgow, Manchester, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Belfast and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Ayr to Belfast, you can choose from several travel options including ferry and coach.
In Belfast, you can explore Crumlin Road Gaol for a glimpse into its historic prison past, take a Black Taxi Tour to learn about the city's political history and murals, and enjoy a scenic walk along the Lagan Towpath. Visit the Cathedral Quarter for its lively arts scene and nightlife, and hike in Cave Hill Country Park for stunning city views. Discover Titanic Belfast, an interactive museum about the Titanic's history, and enjoy panoramic views from Belfast Castle. Don't miss St. George's Market for local produce and live music, the Ulster Museum for art and history, and the Victorian-era Botanic Gardens.
To experience Belfast's main attractions, including the Titanic Belfast, the Ulster Museum, and a tour of the city's murals, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
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