How to get to Belfast from Nottingham

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Compare coach and flight for Nottingham to Belfast

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 16h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a coach costs an average of £54.

Distance: 363 km

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£54

Average Price

Cheapest

£78

Average Price

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16h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

15h 55m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 2m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Belfast is a coach with an average price of £54.
The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Belfast is by coach with an average journey time of 16h 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Belfast including taking a coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £78 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 15h 55m versus 8h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Nottingham to Belfast

How to get to Belfast from Nottingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Nottingham to Belfast is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Emerald Airlines IrelandEI3681
    8:401h10
    East Midlands Airport
    9:50George Best Belfast City Airport
    £691One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Emerald Airlines IrelandEI3681
    8:401h10
    East Midlands Airport
    9:50George Best Belfast City Airport
    £691One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Emerald Airlines IrelandEI3681
    8:401h10
    East Midlands Airport
    9:50George Best Belfast City Airport
    £691One-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.

A view of Bangor

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.

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FAQs: Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Belfast.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nottingham and Belfast including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Belfast is a coach with an average price of £54.
The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Belfast is by coach with an average journey time of 16h 25m.
The Nottingham to Belfast distance is approximately 363 km.
The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Belfast is:
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham and Belfast as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nottingham to Belfast:
  • Ferries mostly depart from Liverpool (Port of Birkenhead) and arrive in Port of Belfast.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Belfast, Grand Central Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham 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.
Omio customers who travel from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Belfast, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
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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