The cheapest and fastest buses from Malahide to Belfast
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Malahide to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malahide to Belfast will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 14 buses that leave Malahide for Belfast on Sat, Mar 21, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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.
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Compare train and bus for Malahide to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Malahide to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 127 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Malahide to Belfast bus times
The table below shows live departures for Malahide to Belfast buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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XI785 | Delayed 7:25 AM 1:25 AMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 5:50 AM 5:50 AMBelfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | Delayed 7:25 AM 6:25 AMDublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 8:30 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 7:25 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 9:30 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 9:25 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 11:30 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 11:25 AM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 1:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 12:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 2:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 1:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 3:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 2:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 4:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 3:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 5:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 5:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 7:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 6:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 8:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 7:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 9:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 9:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 11:30 PM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
XI785 | On time 11:25 PM Dublin, Airport (Terminal 2) | 2h05 | 1:30 AM Belfast, Grand Central Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malahide to Belfast
Buses from Malahide to Belfast run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 127 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 127 km |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: AirCoach, Go-Ahead Ireland from Malahide to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Malahide to Belfast with AirCoach, Go-Ahead Ireland for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Malahide to Belfast
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malahide 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.

- AirCoach
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- AirCoach
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- AirCoach
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- AirCoach
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
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