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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to Ayr
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Belfast to Ayr is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Ayr will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 3 buses that leave Belfast for Ayr on Sat, Mar 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare ferry and bus for Belfast to Ayr
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Ayr among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €30, and a bus costs an average of €40.
Distance: 128 km
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| Bus | Most popular Ferry |
|---|---|
€42 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Belfast to Ayr bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Ayr buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM Belfast | 5h00 | 11:30 AM Ayr | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:20 AM Belfast | 5h10 | 3:30 PM Ayr | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:20 PM Belfast | 5h10 | 7:30 PM Ayr | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Belfast to Ayr by ferry or bus
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Why should you book Belfast to Ayr buses with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to Ayr
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Buses from Belfast to Ayr run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €30 by ferry.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 17:15. The fastest bus covers the 128 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 128 km |
Average bus duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 17:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Belfast to AyrYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Ayr with National Express for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Bus from Belfast to Ayr
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Ayr 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 Ayr, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Belfast to Ayr
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Little Italy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 Train: Great Victoria Street Station
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