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London to Belfast by bus

The journey from London to Belfast by bus is 322.47 mi and takes 19 hrs 56 mins. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 17:30 and the last at 19:30. It is possible to travel from London to Belfast by bus for as little as £48.37 or as much as £52.30. The best price for this journey is £48.37.

Lowest Price £48.37
Journey Duration 19 hrs 56 mins
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price £48.37
Highest Price £52.30
First Departure 17:30
Last Departure 19:30
Distance 322.47 mi
Departure London
Arrival Belfast
Carriers National Express

London to Belfast Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, 20 Mar 2025

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Best time to book London to Belfast travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £48.51 to £52.30 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 7% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Belfast

The cheapest London - Belfast bus tickets can be found for as low as £46.01 if you’re lucky, or £48.23 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £50.25.

Find the best day to travel to Belfast by bus

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!

Services on board National Express from London to Belfast
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London to Belfast CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
36.33kg
Bus
38.92kg
Flight
103.79kg
Car
83.04kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Belfast?
A bus ticket from London to Belfast is £49.39. 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 £48.37.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Belfast?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Belfast is £48.37. 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 London and Belfast by bus?
London to Belfast is 322.47 mi.
How long does the bus between London and Belfast take?
London to Belfast is on average 19 hrs 56 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 18 hrs 35 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Belfast?
London to Belfast has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Belfast leave?
The earliest bus from London to Belfast departs at 17:30. 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 London to Belfast depart?
The latest bus from London to Belfast departs at 19:30. 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 London 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 £48.37 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 London to Belfast by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Belfast is 18 hrs 35 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Belfast?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Belfast.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Belfast by bus?
The bus journey from London to Belfast creates 38.92kg of CO2 emissions.

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