Bray to Belfast bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bray to Belfast

Showing times and prices for Apr 29

Cheapest price

€0.00

Average price

€-0.01

Fastest journey

3 h 20 m

Average duration

3 h 28 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

154 km

Cheap tickets

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

Fast buses

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

  • Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
    3:44 PM3h36
    Bray
    7:20 PMBelfast
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    2 transfers
  • Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
    3:44 PM3h36
    Bray
    7:20 PMBelfast
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    1 transfer
  • Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
    4:25 PM3h20
    Bray
    7:45 PMBelfast
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    1 transfer
  • Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
    4:44 PM3h36
    Bray
    8:20 PMBelfast
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    2 transfers
  • Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)
    4:44 PM3h36
    Bray
    8:20 PMBelfast
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    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Bray to Belfast

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bray to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €456.

Distance: 154 km

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€17

Average price

Cheapest

€23

Average price

€456

Average price

3h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 4m

Average total duration

3h 34m

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30m

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10h 20m

Average total duration

7h 20m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Bray to Belfast bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bray to Belfast buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3:44 PM Bray
3h36
7:20 PM Belfast2 transfers
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3:44 PM Bray
3h36
7:20 PM Belfast1 transfer
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4:25 PM Bray
3h20
7:45 PM Belfast1 transfer
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4:44 PM Bray
3h36
8:20 PM Belfast2 transfers
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)4:44 PM Bray
3h36
8:20 PM Belfast1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bray to Belfast

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Buses from Bray to Belfast run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.

There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 154 km distance in 2h 45m.

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
Distance
154 km
Average bus duration
2h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
2h 45m
First bus
12:10 AM
Last bus
11:10 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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

Bus providers: National Express from Bray to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Bray to Belfast with National Express for as low as €17. 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
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
€12
National Express frequency
14 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.

FAQs: Bus from Bray to Belfast

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bray to Belfast can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bray to Belfast is €17; 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 Bray to Belfast is 2h 45m to travel the 154 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 Bray to Belfast leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bray to Belfast leaves at 11:10 PM.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Bray to Belfast with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bray to Belfast, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Belfast. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bray and Belfast and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bray , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Dublin, Westland Row (Pearse Station - Stop 100111), Dublin, Westland Row (Pearse Station - Stop 11176) . When arriving in Belfast , you can end your trip in coach stations like Belfast, Grand Central Station, Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street, Belfast, Europa Buscentre .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dublin, Westland Row (Pearse Station - Stop 11176), which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Belfast, Europa Buscentre, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Belfast from Bray is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bray to Belfast is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bray and Belfast including taking a bus, train, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bray to Belfast:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bray to Belfast for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bray to Belfast 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 Bray to Belfast.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bray to Belfast:
  • 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 Bray to Belfast:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bray to Belfast.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bray to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bray to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bray to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bray to Belfast

Bray
Belfast
Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
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

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