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The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Feb 26

Cheapest price

€61

Average price

€61

Fastest journey

10 h 40 m

Average duration

10 h 40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

231 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Belfast to Edinburgh will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Belfast for Edinburgh on Thu, Feb 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Feb 26 the direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 10 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .

On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest buses will take 10 h 40 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
10:20AM10h40
Belfast
09:00PMEdinburgh
€611One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and flight for Belfast to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €19, and a bus costs an average of €58.

Distance: 231 km

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Flight

€60

Average price

€53

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7h 40m

Average total duration

7h 10m

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4h 1m

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1h 1m

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Live departures

Belfast to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Edinburgh buses for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:08 AM
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national_expressUL923 · NX18010:20 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station
10h40
9:00 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Belfast to Edinburgh

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Buses from Belfast to Edinburgh run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.

The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 10:20. The fastest bus covers the 231 km distance in 10h 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €19
Distance
231 km
Average bus duration
7h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
€58
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
10h 40m
First bus
06:30
Last bus
10:20
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €19

Bus providers: National Express from Belfast to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 40m
Cheapest Price
€58
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Belfast to Edinburgh

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Belfast to Edinburgh can start from as little as €58 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Belfast to Edinburgh is €61; 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 Belfast to Edinburgh is 10h 40m to travel the 231 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 Belfast to Edinburgh leaves at 6:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Belfast to Edinburgh leaves at 10:20 AM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Belfast to Edinburgh which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Belfast to Edinburgh, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Belfast and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Belfast , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street, Belfast, Grand Central Station . When arriving in Edinburgh , you can end your trip in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Belfast, Europa Buscentre, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Edinburgh from Belfast is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Belfast to Edinburgh is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Belfast and Edinburgh including taking a bus and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Belfast to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Belfast to Edinburgh for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Belfast to Edinburgh depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Belfast to Edinburgh.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Belfast to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Belfast to Edinburgh:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Belfast to Edinburgh.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Belfast to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Belfast to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Belfast to Edinburgh with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Belfast to Edinburgh

Belfast
Edinburgh
The major bus station for departures in Belfast is Belfast, Europa Buscentre. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Belfast, Europa Buscentre for your trip from Belfast to Edinburgh.
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Amenities at bus station
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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, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street
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