Best option from London to Belfast: Flight — both the fastest and the cheapest, about 1h 15min, from €27. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 5, 2026): EasyJet, National Express, Jet2; main departure point: London Luton Airport.
There are 2 ways to get from London to Belfast
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 5, 2026 for a departure on November 26, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | Bus | Victoria Bus Station | €64 | 1 |
| EasyJet | Flight | London Luton Airport | €27 | 23 |
| Jet2 | Flight | London Gatwick Airport | €141 | 1 |
| Wizz Air | Flight | London Gatwick Airport | €158 | 1 |
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Practical tips
Prices on this route rise as departure approaches, especially for flights. Booking well ahead and comparing a few dates is the surest way to avoid paying a pricey last-minute fare when a cheaper option existed.
London has several airports, far apart from one another. Read your e-ticket carefully to confirm the airport and terminal before you leave, so you never end up at the wrong one on the day.
Long-distance coaches in London usually leave from Victoria Coach Station, which is not the same as Victoria railway station. Check the departure point on your booking confirmation and allow time to find the right entrance.
Bank holidays and summer weekends fill up quickly and cost more. If your dates are flexible, travel midweek or at quieter hours, and book early so you are not left with sold-out departures.
Whether you fly or take the coach, plan how you reach the airport or station the day before. Allow a comfortable margin for delays on the Tube, trains and roads, especially if you are travelling with luggage.
The journey experience
Getting from London to Belfast means crossing the Irish Sea, so the choice is simpler than on most UK routes: you either fly or take a long coach journey. The flight is the fast option, while the coach is the slower, budget-minded one. The table on this page puts both side by side so you can see at a glance which suits you.
Flying takes you from a London airport straight to Northern Ireland, and it usually saves the most time even once check-in and airport transfers are counted. The coach is a long haul that crosses the Irish Sea. It suits you if you prefer to travel overland, carry more luggage, or travel overnight and save a night of accommodation. Seats are generally comfortable and there is room for a bag, but expect a full day or night on the road.
Fares move with the day, the hour and how early you book, so compare several dates instead of taking the first price you see. Book ahead, avoid bank holidays and summer weekends if you can, and always check the exact London airport or coach station on your e-ticket before leaving. Booking online gives you instant confirmation, so you can travel with peace of mind.
Frequently asked questions — London → Belfast
It depends on your priorities. The flight is by far the quickest, taking about 1 h 15 to 1 h 25 in the air, and is ideal if time matters. The coach is slower, around 17 h to 20 h, but can suit you if you want to travel overnight and save on accommodation or prefer overland travel.
Flights start from €27, and typical fares go up to around €50. Coach tickets start from €64, with typical prices up to around €65. Prices vary with the day, the time and how early you book, so comparing several dates and booking ahead usually gets you the best fare.
By plane, the flight takes about 1 h 15 to 1 h 25, though you should add time for getting to the airport, check-in and security. By coach, the journey takes around 17 h to 20 h including the sea crossing, which makes it a long trip best suited to an overnight departure.
Coaches usually leave from Victoria Coach Station in central London, separate from Victoria railway station. Flights can depart from different London airports depending on the service you choose. Always check the exact airport, terminal or departure point on your e-ticket before travelling, as London's airports are far apart.
Each airport has its own rail or coach links. Heathrow is served by the Tube, the Elizabeth line and Heathrow Express. Gatwick and Stansted have direct trains from central London, plus coach services. Luton connects by train to Luton Airport Parkway, then a shuttle. Check which airport your flight uses before choosing.
Why visit Belfast?
- ✓ Step inside Titanic Belfast, the museum on the very slipways where the liner was built, and walk the SS Nomadic
- ✓ Ride a black taxi tour through the Falls Road and Shankill murals and the Peace Walls to understand the Troubles
- ✓ Taste your way through St George's Market on a Friday to Sunday, with Ulster fry, oysters and local crafts
- ✓ Climb Cave Hill to McArt's Fort for panoramic views over Belfast Lough and the Gobbins-style coastline
- ✓ Explore the Cathedral Quarter's historic pubs like the Crown Liquor Saloon and its live traditional music sessions
When to visit Belfast?
TEMPERATE OCEANIC CLIMATE
May to September — longest days and mildest temperatures, though showers remain possible year-round
What to do in Belfast?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Belfast?
Plan 2 to 3 days for Belfast. Day one: Titanic Belfast, the Titanic Quarter and the city centre (City Hall, St George's Market, Cathedral Quarter). Day two: a Black Taxi tour of the murals and Peace Walls, then Queen's Quarter and the Botanic Gardens. With a third day, book a day trip to the Giant's Causeway and the Causeway Coastal Route, ideally by organised tour or rental car, and reserve Titanic Belfast tickets in advance.
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