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Edinburgh to Belfast by bus

The journey from Edinburgh to Belfast by bus is 143.5 mi and takes 7 hrs 45 mins. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:24 and the last at 14:25. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Belfast by bus for as little as £48.53 or as much as £56.11. The best price for this journey is £48.53.

Lowest Price £48.53
Journey Duration 7 hrs 45 mins
Connection per Day 6
Lowest Price £48.53
Highest Price £56.11
First Departure 06:24
Last Departure 14:25
Distance 143.5 mi
Departure Edinburgh
Arrival Belfast
Carriers Scottish Citylink

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When travelling to Belfast by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Edinburgh to Belfast CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
16.17kg
Bus
17.32kg
Flight
46.19kg
Car
36.95kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Belfast?
A bus ticket from Edinburgh to Belfast is £53.12. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £48.53.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Belfast?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Belfast is £48.53. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Belfast by bus?
Edinburgh to Belfast is 143.5 mi.
How long does the bus between Edinburgh and Belfast take?
Edinburgh to Belfast is on average 7 hrs 45 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 20 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from Edinburgh to Belfast?
Edinburgh to Belfast has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Edinburgh to Belfast leave?
The earliest bus from Edinburgh to Belfast departs at 06:24. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Edinburgh to Belfast depart?
The latest bus from Edinburgh to Belfast departs at 14:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Belfast in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £48.53 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Belfast by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Edinburgh and Belfast is 7 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Edinburgh to Belfast?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Edinburgh and Belfast.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Belfast by bus?
The bus journey from Edinburgh to Belfast creates 17.32kg of CO2 emissions.

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