Belfast to Dublin bus with Dublin Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to Dublin

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 29

Cheapest price on Oct 29

$22

Average ticket price on Oct 29

$26

Fastest journey on Oct 29

2 h 25 m

Average journey duration on Oct 29

2 h 25 m

Buses on Oct 29

14

Distance

141 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Belfast to Dublin will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast buses

On Thu, Oct 29, we found 14 buses from Belfast to Dublin, including 14 direct services.

On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .

On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Belfast to Dublin

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
IrelandIreland
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Buses from Belfast to Dublin run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.

There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 1h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
87 miles (141 km)
Average bus duration
2h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
$15 (€12)
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
13
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
12:10 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
77 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Belfast to Dublin trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Belfast to Dublin.

Cheap bus tickets from Belfast to Dublin can start from as little as $15 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Belfast to Dublin is $22 (€18) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Belfast to Dublin leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Belfast to Dublin leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 13 direct buses a day from Belfast to Dublin with Dublin Express, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

Belfast to Dublin Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
01:50AM
Arrival Time
04:15AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
03:50AM
Arrival Time
06:15AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
08:15AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
07:50AM
Arrival Time
10:15AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
08:50AM
Arrival Time
11:15AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
09:50AM
Arrival Time
12:15PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
10:50AM
Arrival Time
01:15PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
11:50AM
Arrival Time
02:15PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$27
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
01:50PM
Arrival Time
04:15PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$24
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
02:50PM
Arrival Time
05:15PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
06:15PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
05:50PM
Arrival Time
08:15PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
07:50PM
Arrival Time
10:15PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
Dublin Express
Departure Time
09:50PM
Arrival Time
12:15AM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$16

Live departures

Belfast to Dublin bus times

The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Dublin buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Dublin ExpressXI7853:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
6:15 PM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7855:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
8:15 PM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7857:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
10:15 PM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7859:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
12:15 AM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Thursday, October 29
Dublin ExpressXI7851:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
4:15 AM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7853:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
6:15 AM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7855:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
8:15 AM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7857:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
10:15 AM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7858:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
11:15 AM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7859:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
12:15 PM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI78510:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
1:15 PM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI78511:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
2:15 PM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect
Dublin ExpressXI7851:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station
2h25
4:15 PM Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Belfast to Dublin buses with Omio?

Dublin Express as well as National Express offer buses services from Belfast to Dublin.
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Why book with Omio vs Dublin Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Dublin Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Belfast to Dublin.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Belfast to Dublin.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Belfast to Dublin.

Bus providers: Dublin Express, National Express from Belfast to DublinYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Dublin with Dublin Express, National Express for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
$15 (€13)
National Express frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Dublin Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Dublin Express Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Dublin Express Price
$15 (€12)
Dublin Express frequency
13 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Belfast and Dublin

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a bus from Belfast to Dublin, you can count on Dublin Express, National Express for the best way to get you to Dublin. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Belfast and Dublin and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Belfast to Dublin:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Belfast to Dublin.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Belfast to Dublin with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin with the following bus company: National Express.

Complete guide to Dublin

Things to do in Dublin

Discover the best of Dublin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dublin trip today.

  • Must visit

National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology

Flagship archaeology museum with prehistoric gold, Viking finds, and the famous bog bodies central to Ireland’s ancient story.

  • Must visit

National Gallery of Ireland

National gallery with Irish and European masters, rotating exhibitions, and one of the city’s finest free cultural collections.

  • Must visit

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

Engaging museum on Irish emigration, social change, and family history inside a restored Georgian house on St Stephen’s Green.

Euro (€)

Dublin is pricey versus many European cities, with high hotel rates, restaurant prices, and pub costs. Public transport is reasonable but overall tourist spending is often high.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is not always included. In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Tipping in cafes is optional.

Plan your visit to Dublin

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Dublin.

Ireland uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find using cards more convenient and widely accepted for payments, though carrying some cash can be helpful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Dublin, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport, popular tourist sites, and nightlife districts. Common scams include overcharging by taxi drivers who do not use the meter and distraction techniques used by groups to steal wallets or phones. It is advisable to use official taxis or rideshare services and remain vigilant in busy locations to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

Buses from Belfast to Dublin

Buses from Belfast, United Kingdom to Dublin, Ireland usually take between two and a half to slightly over three hours depending on the route and whether it’s a direct service. Bus services depart on an hourly basis round the clock. However, during the night, departures interval becomes every two hours. All buses plying this route are direct, with little or no changes. However, there’s a stop at the Dublin Airport en route. Also, return buses from Dublin to Belfast available.

Which bus companies travel from Belfast to Dublin?

Bus Eireann and Aircoach are the main bus providers for this route.

How long is the bus from Belfast to Dublin?

Buses from Belfast to Dublin often take between two and a half hours to just over three hours to complete the journey. The fastest bus on the 87.6 miles Belfast to Dublin route typically takes about two hours 10 minutes. However, depending on the course or stops the bus makes, the journey time might vary slightly by five to ten minutes.

How many buses are there from Belfast to Dublin?

There is at least one Belfast to Dublin bus every hour. The frequency changes to at least one bus every two hours during the night. The first Belfast Dublin bus departs from Belfast at around 12:22 a.m. and the last bus leaves at about 10:50 p.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Belfast to Dublin?

Departure Bus Station: Buses plying the Belfast-Dublin route typically start from the Belfast Europa Buscenter, which is located at the city center along Glengall Street. Europa Buscenter, located less than half a mile from the city center, is a major transportation center in Belfast and is close to the Great Victoria Street train station. Bus routes 7A, 106, 107, and 108 are among the bus routes operating to Europa Buscenter. It’s possible to travel to the bus station via taxi.

Arrival Bus Station: There are several options when it comes to ending the journey. Buses from Belfast to Dublin terminate at several locations in the city center, including Dublin Airport, O’Connell Street, and Dublin Busaras. Busaras Bus Station is located at the city center along Store Street. The station is well served by intercity and regional buses. The Luas light rail station and the Connolly train station are adjacent to facilitate the organization of onward travel.

FAQs: Bus from Belfast to Dublin

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Dublin by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Belfast to Dublin

Most Belfast to Dublin buses use the Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street to Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) station pair, with some services arriving at Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2). Use this guide to compare Belfast and Dublin bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Belfast
Arrival bus stations in Dublin

Which Belfast station do buses to Dublin leave from?

Buses from Belfast to Dublin leave from Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Belfast city centre at Upper Queen Street, Belfast BT1 6PU, UK.
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington StreetUpper Queen Street, Belfast BT1 6PU, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street from Belfast city centre

Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street is 1 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, 3H, 3J, 4C, 4D, 4E, 5A, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6D, 6E, 12, 511 · 7m · every ~36 min

Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street bus station facilities and services

Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street. ATMs are available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street: Accessibility features not detailed.

Bus stations for Belfast to Dublin

Check bus stations information for Belfast and Dublin, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Belfast , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street . When arriving in Dublin , you can end your journey in bus stations like Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House), Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2), Dublin, Airport (Terminal 1) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street, which is located around 0 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House), located 2 away from the city centre.

Most popular bus connections to Dublin

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