The cheapest and fastest buses from Belfast to London
Cheapest price on Sep 07
€59
Average ticket price on Sep 07
€60
Fastest journey on Sep 07
16 h
Average journey duration on Sep 07
16 h
Buses on Sep 07
2
Distance
517 km
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 €59.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 2 buses from Belfast to London, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 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 Mon, Sep 07 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.
1:20 PM16h00Belfast5:20 AMLondon€591One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM16h00Belfast6:20 AMLondon€601One-way0 transfers
2:20 PM16h00Belfast6:20 AMLondon€601One-way0 transfers
1:20 PM16h00Belfast5:20 AMLondon€591One-way0 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 an average ticket price of €61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, while a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 517 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€61 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Belfast to London:
A bus is €27 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belfast to London costing on average €88.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 57m.
Live departures
Belfast to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to London buses for tomorrow, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:20 PM Belfast | 16h00 | 5:20 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Belfast | 16h00 | 6:20 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Belfast to London by bus or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belfast to London
Buses from Belfast to London run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 14:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 517 km distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 517 km |
Average bus duration 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 2:20 PM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Belfast to LondonYou can travel by bus between Belfast to London with National Express for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- 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 London
Most Belfast to London buses use the Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Earl's Court. Use this guide to compare Belfast and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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:
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.
Which London station do buses from Belfast arrive at?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Earl's Court from London city centre
London, Earl's Court is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Earl's Court bus station facilities and services
London, Earl's Court 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 London, Earl's Court. ATMs are available at London, Earl's Court.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Earl's Court.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Earl's Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Earl's Court: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
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