Cheap bus tickets from Dublin Airport to Belfast
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Bus from Dublin Airport to Belfast: Journey Information
There are 34 intercity buses per day from Dublin Airport to Belfast. Traveling by bus from Dublin Airport to Belfast usually takes around 1 hour and 55 minutes, but the fastest AirCoach bus can make the trip in 1 hour and 50 minutes.
- Distance
- 82 mi (132 km)
- Shortest duration
- 1h 50m
- Cheapest price
- $14.50
- Trips per day
- 34
- Most frequent service
- AirCoach
- Bus lines
- 1
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Dublin Airport to Belfast Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Dublin Airport to Belfast:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Dublin Airport to Belfast?
Bus tickets for a trip from Dublin Airport to Belfast cost about $17 when you book at the cheapest time, 29 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Dublin Airport to Belfast by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Dublin Airport to Belfast in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $17 to $19. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 14, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Belfast this week, bus tickets are available starting at $18.
Average bus ticket prices from Dublin Airport to Belfast by month
Traveling from Dublin Airport to Belfast by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $20 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $2.91 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Dublin Airport to Belfast?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Dublin Airport to Belfast. AirCoach connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| AirCoach | 34 | 1h 55m | $19.23 |
AirCoach is a popular Irish bus company that transports approximately two million passengers annually across its six main routes. With high-frequency services, AirCoach offers convenient transportation to popular destinations such as Cork, Galway, and Belfast. Most of their services originate or terminate in Dublin, with stops at Dublin Airport terminals. AirCoach's modern fleet provides passenger comfort with amenities like air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi. The coaches also offer comfortable seating, onboard restrooms (on certain routes), and passenger baggage allowance.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Dublin Airport to Belfast
There are 34 scheduled buses that travel from Dublin Airport to Belfast every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Dublin Airport to Belfast without transferring.
Trips per day
34
Direct trips
34
The bus takes an average of 1 hour and 55 minutes to cover the 82 miles from Dublin Airport to Belfast. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 hour and 50 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
82
Distance (km)
132
The first bus leaves at 1:20 AM and the last bus leaves at 11:30 PM. To see the times for all buses from Dublin Airport to Belfast, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
1:20am
Latest bus
11:30pm
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Belfast. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Saturday
Least crowded
Monday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Dublin Airport?
Main departure station: Dublin Airport T1
Dublin Airport has two bus stations with service to Belfast.
All bus stations in Dublin Airport:
- Dublin Airport T1
- Dublin Airport T2 - Departures Road
Where does the bus arrive in Belfast?
Main arrival station: Belfast Grand Central Station
All buses from Dublin Airport arrive at one main station in Belfast.
All bus stations in Belfast:
- Belfast Grand Central Station
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