The cheapest and fastest buses from Dublin to Lisburn
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dublin to Lisburn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Lisburn will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Dublin for Lisburn on Sun, Nov 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 23 the direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Nov 23 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dublin to Lisburn
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Lisburn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 133 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dublin to Lisburn bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Lisburn buses for today, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:50 PM Dublin | 2h30 | 12:20 AM Lisburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 23 | |||||
![]() | 4:50 PM Dublin | 2h30 | 7:20 PM Lisburn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dublin to Lisburn
Buses from Dublin to Lisburn run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 133 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 133 km |
Average bus duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Infobus, Translink UK, Dublin Bus from Dublin to LisburnYou can travel by bus between Dublin to Lisburn with AirCoach, Infobus, Translink UK, Dublin Bus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Dublin to Lisburn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Lisburn 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 Lisburn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Dublin to Lisburn
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- The Garden Terrace (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal at the designated taxi rank.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 41, 102
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station on O'Connell Street.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 11, 13, 16, 44 Train: DART Tram: Luas Green
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area, Zone 20.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 16, 41, 700
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