Ashbourne to Belfast bus with AirCoach

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Ashbourne to Belfast

Showing times and prices for Jan 30

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€12

Fastest journey

1 h 50 m

Average duration

1 h 50 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

124 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ashbourne to Belfast will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Ashbourne for Belfast on Fri, Jan 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jan 30 the direct buses cover the 124 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 Fri, Jan 30 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.

National Express
05:00AM1h50
Ashbourne
06:50AMBelfast
€121One-way
0 transfers

Live departures

Ashbourne to Belfast bus times

The table below shows live departures for Ashbourne to Belfast buses for today, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:51 AM
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acoa6:30 PM Ashbourne
1h50
8:20 PM Belfast0 transfersDirect
Friday, January 30
national_express5:00 AM Ashbourne
1h50
6:50 AM Belfast0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Ashbourne to Belfast

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Buses from Ashbourne to Belfast run on average 48 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.

There are 48 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 124 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
124 km
Average bus duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Buses per day
48
Direct buses
48
Fastest bus
1h 50m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
23:10
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

Bus providers: AirCoach, Go-Ahead Ireland, Bus Éireann from Ashbourne to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Ashbourne to Belfast with AirCoach, Go-Ahead Ireland, Bus Éireann for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

AirCoach

About
Aircoach is a prominent Irish private bus and coach operator, a subsidiary of FirstGroup, specializing in high-frequency airport express services. The company connects Dublin Airport with Dublin City Centre and its suburbs, as well as offering non-stop express routes to Cork, Belfast, and Derry/Londonderry. Aircoach also manages car park and staff shuttles for Dublin Airport and provides private hire contracts. Known for its modern fleet, Aircoach aims to provide comfortable travel with amenities like Wi-Fi and power outlets on many services. They operate 24 hours a day on key routes, with departures as frequent as every 15 minutes during peak times.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
€13
AirCoach frequency
56 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Learn more about AirCoach

Go-Ahead Ireland

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
€13
Go-Ahead Ireland frequency
4 a day

Bus Éireann

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
€16
Bus Éireann frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Bus from Ashbourne to Belfast

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashbourne to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Ashbourne to Belfast can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ashbourne to Belfast is €15; 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 coach from Ashbourne to Belfast is 1h 50m to travel the 124 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Ashbourne to Belfast leaves at 12:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Ashbourne to Belfast leaves at 11:10 PM.
Yes, there are 48 direct coaches a day from Ashbourne to Belfast with AirCoach. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Ashbourne to Belfast, you can count on AirCoach, Go-Ahead Ireland, Bus Éireann for the best way to get you to Belfast. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Ashbourne and Belfast and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Ashbourne , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Dublin, Airport (Terminal 1), Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) . When arriving in Belfast , you can end your trip in coach stations like Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast, International Airport (Coach Park - Bay 3), Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dublin, Airport (Terminal 1), which is located around 10 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Belfast, Europa Buscentre, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Belfast from Ashbourne is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Ashbourne to Belfast is February.
Yes, you can take a bus between Ashbourne and Belfast.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Ashbourne to Belfast:
  • AirCoach
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Ashbourne to Belfast for coach company AirCoach.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Ashbourne to Belfast depends on the coach companies:
  • AirCoach
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Ashbourne to Belfast.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Ashbourne to Belfast.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Ashbourne to Belfast:
  • AirCoach
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Ashbourne to Belfast:
  • AirCoach
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Ashbourne to Belfast.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Ashbourne to Belfast with the following coach company: AirCoach
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Ashbourne to Belfast with the following coach company: AirCoach.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Ashbourne to Belfast with the following coach company: AirCoach.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Ashbourne to Belfast

Ashbourne
Belfast
Belfast, Europa BuscentreWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Europa Buscentre, Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7BQ, UK
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Great Victoria St
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Nero (in the station)
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Little Italy (0.5 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Belfast, Europa Buscentre
  • Bus: 1, 2, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 Train: Great Victoria Street Station
Belfast, International Airport (Coach Park - Bay 3)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Belfast International Airport, Airport Road, Belfast BT29 4AB, UK
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
20 km
carConnection
Car connection
Airport Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Starbucks (in the station)
  • Burger King (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Belfast, International Airport (Coach Park - Bay 3)
  • Bus: 300, 300A
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street
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