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The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to London

Showing times and prices for Apr 25

Cheapest price

€60

Average price

€60

Fastest journey

16 h

Average duration

16 h

Buses per day

1

Distance

517 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Belfast to London will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Belfast for London on Sat, Apr 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Apr 25 the direct buses cover the 517 km distance in an average of 16 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h .

On Sat, Apr 25 the slowest buses will take 16 h 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
    2:20 PM16h00
    Belfast
    6:20 AMLondon
    601One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Belfast to London

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Belfast to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, and a flight costs an average of €20.

Distance: 517 km

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€60

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Cheapest

€62

Average price

8h 28m

Average total duration

7h 58m

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7h 6m

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4h 6m

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Belfast to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Belfast to London buses for today, Friday, April 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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national_express2:20 PM Belfast
16h00
6:20 AM London0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Belfast to London buses with Omio?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Belfast to London

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Buses from Belfast to London run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.

The earliest bus runs at 10:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 517 km distance in 16h 0m.

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 €20
Distance
517 km
Average bus duration
7h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
€58
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
16h 0m
First bus
10:20 AM
Last bus
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 €20

Bus providers: National Express from Belfast to LondonYou can travel by bus between Belfast to London with National Express for as low as €20. 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
16h 0m
Cheapest Price
€58
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.

FAQs: Bus from Belfast to London

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Belfast to London can start from as little as €58 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Belfast to London is €60; 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 London is 16h 0m to travel the 517 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 London leaves at 10:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Belfast to London leaves at 11:40 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Belfast to London 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 London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Belfast and London 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, Grand Central Station, Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street . When arriving in London , you can end your trip in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Baker Street Station, London, York Road (London Eye), London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Elephant and Castle, London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G), London, Golders Green Station, London, Shoreditch High St / Bethnal Green Road (Stop L), London, St John's Wood .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 London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Belfast is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 16h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Belfast to London is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Belfast and London including taking a bus and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Belfast to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Belfast to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Belfast to London 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 London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Belfast to London:
  • 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 London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Belfast to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Belfast to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Belfast to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Belfast to London with the following coach company: National Express.

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Popular bus stations from Belfast to London

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