The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Belfast
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
17 h
Average duration
17 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Belfast will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
Of the 2 buses that leave London for Belfast on Mon, May 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct buses cover the 517 km distance in an average of 17 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest buses will take 17 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.
9:30 PM17h00London2:30 PMBelfast€601One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM17h00London1:30 PMBelfast€601One-way0 transfers
9:30 PM17h00London2:30 PMBelfast€601One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM17h00London1:30 PMBelfast€601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for London to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 517 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€61 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price |
15h 46m Average total duration 15h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Belfast bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Belfast buses for today, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 PM London | 19h00 | 2:30 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM London | 17h00 | 2:30 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book London to Belfast buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Belfast
Buses from London to Belfast run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 10:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 517 km distance in 17h 0m.
Distance 517 km |
Average bus duration 15h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 0m |
First bus 10:20 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express from London to BelfastYou can travel by bus between London to Belfast with National Express for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Belfast
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

- 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 London to Belfast
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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