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The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to Dublin Airport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 22
Cheapest price on Oct 22
$21
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$26
Fastest journey on Oct 22
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
1 h 50 m
Buses on Oct 22
14
Distance
130 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin Airport 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 Airport will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Fast buses
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 14 buses from Belfast to Dublin Airport, including 14 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct buses cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
XI7855:50 PM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station7:40 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$211One-way0 transfers- XI7859:50 PM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station11:40 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$211One-way0 transfers
- XI7857:50 PM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station9:40 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$211One-way0 transfers
- XI7853:50 PM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station5:40 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$211One-way0 transfers
- XI7851:50 PM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station3:40 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$241One-way0 transfers
- XI7855:50 AM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station7:40 AMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$311One-way0 transfers
- XI7858:50 AM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station10:40 AMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$291One-way0 transfers
- XI7855:50 PM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station7:40 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$211One-way0 transfers
- XI78510:50 AM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station12:40 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$291One-way0 transfers
- XI7851:50 PM1h50Belfast, Grand Central Station3:40 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2)$241One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport
United Kingdom
Ireland
Buses from Belfast to Dublin Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:50, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 1h 50m.
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 80 miles (130 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 4:50 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 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 Airport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
Cheap bus tickets from Belfast to Dublin Airport can start from as little as $15 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Belfast to Dublin Airport is $23 (€19) ; 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 Airport leaves at 4:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport leaves at 8:50 PM.
Yes, there are 16 direct buses a day from Belfast to Dublin Airport with Dublin Express, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Belfast to Dublin Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Dublin Express | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Belfast to Dublin Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Dublin Airport buses for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XI785 | 7:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 9:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 9:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 11:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
| XI785 | 1:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 3:40 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 3:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 5:40 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 5:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 7:40 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 7:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 9:40 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 8:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 10:40 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 9:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 11:40 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 10:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 12:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 11:50 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 1:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 1:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 3:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 2:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 4:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 3:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 5:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| XI785 | 5:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 7:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Belfast to Dublin Airport buses with Omio?
Dublin Express as well as National Express offer buses services from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
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 Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Dublin Express with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
Why book with Omio over Busbud, Wanderu or Checkmybus?
- 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 Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
Bus providers: Dublin Express, National Express from Belfast to Dublin AirportYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Dublin Airport 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
1h 50m
Cheapest National Express Price
$15 (€13)
National Express frequency
30 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 50m
Cheapest Dublin Express Price
$15 (€12)
Dublin Express frequency
16 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Belfast and Dublin Airport
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 Airport, you can count on Dublin Express, National Express for the best way to get you to Dublin Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Belfast and Dublin Airport 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 Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin Airport 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 Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin Airport:
- 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 Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
FAQs: Bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Dublin Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Belfast to Dublin Airport can start from as little as $15 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Belfast to Dublin Airport is $23 (€19) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport is 1h 50m to travel the 80 miles (130 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport leaves at 4:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport leaves at 8:50 PM.
Yes, there are 16 direct buses a day from Belfast to Dublin Airport with Dublin Express, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport, you can count on Dublin Express, National Express for the best way to get you to Dublin Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Belfast and Dublin Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Belfast and Dublin Airport including taking a bus and ferry.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin Airport 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin Airport:
- 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 Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
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.
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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Belfast to Dublin Airport
Most Belfast to Dublin Airport buses use the Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street to Dublin, Custom House Quay (The Custom House) station pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Dublin Airport 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
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington StreetUpper Queen Street, Belfast BT1 6PU, UK
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.
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