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Compare bus and flight for Cardiff to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $72 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 18h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, while a bus costs an average of $72.
Distance: 242 miles (391 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 52m Average total duration Fastest 18h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Cardiff to Belfast, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $72 compared to roughly $144 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $72. The journey takes 18h 22m versus 9h 12m 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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How to get from Cardiff to Belfast by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Cardiff to Belfast is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- NX507 · NX594 · UL923
3:45 PM 22h45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 2:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station $74 1 One-way 2 transfers
Cheapest
- NX507 · NX594 · UL923
3:45 PM 22h45 Cardiff, Sophia Gardens 2:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station $74 1 One-way 2 transfers
Fastest
EI362112:15 PM 1h25 Cardiff Airport 1:40 PM George Best Belfast City Airport $113 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Belfast as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Belfast International Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens and arrive in Belfast, Grand Central Station.
- Travel with National Express to go to Belfast by bus.
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