The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to Dublin Airport
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
130 km
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 €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 12 buses that leave Belfast for Dublin Airport on Tue, Feb 24, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 24 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 Tue, Feb 24 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.
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Compare bus and ferry for Belfast to Dublin Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Dublin Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a ferry costs an average of €35.
Distance: 130 km
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Most popular Bus | Ferry |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Belfast to Dublin Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Dublin Airport buses for today, Monday, February 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:50 PM Belfast | 1h50 | 9:40 PM Dublin Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 PM Belfast | 1h50 | 11:40 PM Dublin Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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XI785 | Delayed 2:30 PM 1:50 AMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 12:25 PM 12:25 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | Delayed 2:30 PM 3:50 AMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 12:25 PM 12:25 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | Delayed 2:30 PM 5:50 AMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 12:25 PM 12:25 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | Delayed 2:30 PM 7:50 AMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 12:25 PM 12:25 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | Delayed 2:30 PM 8:50 AMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 12:25 PM 12:25 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | Delayed 2:30 PM 9:50 AMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 12:25 PM 12:25 PMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | Delayed 2:30 PM 11:50 AMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 1:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | Delayed 2:30 PM 1:50 PMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 3:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 3:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 5:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 5:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 7:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 7:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 9:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 9:50 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 1h50 | 11:40 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Belfast to Dublin Airport buses with Omio?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AirCoach, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Dublin Express, Infobus or Dublin Express to find the best option for your trip from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, Dublin Express, Infobus or Dublin Express to find the best option for your trip from Belfast to Dublin Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to Dublin Airport
Buses from Belfast to Dublin Airport run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 21:50. The fastest bus covers the 130 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 130 km |
Average bus duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 05:50 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, National Express, Dublin Express, Infobus from Belfast to Dublin AirportYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Dublin Airport with AirCoach, National Express, Dublin Express, Infobus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- AirCoach
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- AirCoach
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- AirCoach
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- AirCoach
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Belfast to Dublin Airport
- 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
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 300, 300A
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