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The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to Edinburgh

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 10

Cheapest price on Oct 10

€61

Average ticket price on Oct 10

€61

Fastest journey on Oct 10

10 h 55 m

Average journey duration on Oct 10

10 h 55 m

Buses on Oct 10

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

It's difficult to get from Belfast to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressUL923 · NX180
    10:05 AM10h55
    Belfast, Grand Central Station
    9:00 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    €611One-way
    1 transfer

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 €15 by flight.

The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 10:20. The fastest bus covers the 231 km distance in 7h 10m.

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 €15
Distance
231 km
Average bus duration
7h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
€58
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
7h 10m
First bus
6:30 AM
Last bus
10:20 AM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
42 days
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 €15

Live departures

Belfast to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Edinburgh buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express9:20 AM Belfast
10h40
8:00 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect
National Express10:20 AM Belfast
10h40
9:00 PM Edinburgh0 transfersDirect

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National Express operates all buses services from Belfast to Edinburgh.
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Bus providers: National Express from Belfast to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Belfast to Edinburgh with National Express for as low as €15. 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 National Express Duration
7h 10m
Cheapest National Express 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 €59; 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 7h 10m 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.
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

Most Belfast to Edinburgh buses use the Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Edinburgh bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Belfast
Arrival bus stations in Edinburgh
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington StreetUpper Queen Street, Belfast BT1 6PU, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street from Belfast city centre

Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street is 1 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, 3H, 3J, 4C, 4D, 4E, 5A, 5B, 5C, 6A, 6D, 6E, 12, 511 · 7m · every ~36 min

Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street bus station facilities and services

Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street. ATMs are available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street: Accessibility features not detailed.

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