110 miles (177 km) | |
Bus, flight or ferry | |
$32 - $53 | |
Ferry • $32 (€29) • 2 h | |
Flight • $53 (€48) • 45 min | |
National Express, Stena Line or easyJet |
Travel 110 miles (177 km) by bus, flight or ferry from Glasgow to Belfast. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are National Express, Stena Line or easyJet among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, ferry or flight from Glasgow to Belfast.
How to get from Glasgow to Belfast by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Glasgow to Belfast is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
There are several efficient and affordable transportation options between Glasgow and Belfast. Visitors who wish to travel this route can do so by train, bus or plane. Traveling by bus takes about the same time as a train trip. Plane travel is fast and takes about half the time of a rail or bus journey.
Belfast has an extensive public transport network meaning it's easy to get around for tourists.
Did you know? Belfast has the world’s largest dry dock.
Must See: See the city by car with a Black Taxi Tour.
Must Do: Visit St. George's Street market for great food.
Trains: Scotrail provides train journeys between Glasgow and Belfast. Trains depart from Glasgow Central Station and arrive at Belfast Port. The journey takes about 6:15m with two changes and there are two train departures each day. The morning train departs at 11:30 a.m, arriving at 17:45 and the afternoon train departs at 16:00 p.m, arriving at 21:45 p.m
Plane: Air travel from Glasgow to Belfast is provided by easyJet. There are two flights each day, these are non-stop flights and take about 3 hours including waiting time at the airport. The early morning flight departs at 5:44 a.m, arriving at 8:45 a.m. and the afternoon flight departs at 14:07 a.m, arriving at 16:45 p.m. Flights between Glasgow and Belfast depart from Glasgow airport and land at Belfast, Aldergrove airport.
Buses: Bus travel is provided by National Express. The journey takes 6:15m with one change. Luxury buses depart from Glasgow, Buchanan and arrive at the Europa Bus Center in Belfast. There are three bus departures per day, the first bus departs at 8:30 a.m, arriving at 14:30 p.m. and the last bus departs at 16:20 p.m., arriving at 22:30 p.m.
Travel between Glasgow and Belfast on National Express, Aer Lingus and Flybe travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
National Express is the leading travel company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 travel a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express travel are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most travel are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Glasgow - Belfast travel: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.
Stena Line, a Swedish ferry operator founded in 1962, offers a variety of vessels including standard ferries and high-speed crafts, each with multiple classes such as Economy, Flexi, and Premium. Onboard amenities include comfortable lounges, restaurants serving a range of cuisines, duty-free shopping, and children's play areas. Stena Line provides several ticket options, including foot passenger tickets, vehicle tickets for cars and motorcycles, and cabin accommodations for overnight journeys. Popular routes include Holyhead to Dublin, Harwich to Hook of Holland, and Gothenburg to Frederikshavn, making it a key player in connecting the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe.
You can get to Belfast from Glasgow 3 different ways: bus, flight or ferry.
The cheapest way to go to Belfast from Glasgow is by taking a ferry, which costs on average $32 (€29).
This is compared to other ways of getting from Glasgow to Belfast:
Taking a ferry costs $15 (€13) less than taking a bus, which costs on average $47 (€42) for the same trip.
Taking a ferry costs $21 (€19) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $53 (€48) for the same trip.
The fastest way to get to Belfast from Glasgow is by flight with an average travel time of 45 min.
Other travel options to Belfast take longer:
Getting to Belfast by bus takes 6 h 10 min on average.
Ferry takes 2 h on average.
The distance from Glasgow to Belfast is approximately 110 miles (177 km).
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Belfast is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip between Glasgow and Belfast as scheduled services by bus, flight or ferry can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Glasgow to Belfast:
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Yes, there are direct services available from Glasgow to Belfast with the following travel companies:
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Belfast as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Glasgow to Belfast.
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