Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Belfast Port | Ayr Sandgate Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Europa Bus Centre | Ayr Sandgate Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 20:26 GMT.
Get from Belfast to Ayr
The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting the friendly and courteous drivers who ensure a smooth journey. The transport link to the ferry terminal is appreciated for its simplicity, and overall travel was reported as comfortable and on time. A minor note mentioned one trip taking slightly longer than expected to Craig Tara.
Ulsterbus Belfast Ayr recent customer reviews
All very good! Bus driver very pleasant but took longer than should have going to Craig Tara.
Heather M.
There was no indication of which bus was the correct one to go to Ayr and another Citylink driver advised everyone that his bus was the 923. Whilst on the bus it came to my attention that I was in fact on the Glasgow day trip bus which did not stop at Ayr which meant I had to jump off the bus at a roundabout and walk into Ayr
Samuel M.
Easy transport link to ferry terminal. Simple check-in on both ferry and bus to Ayr.
Jim T.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Belfast to Ayr
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Belfast to Ayr?
The cheapest coach tickets from Belfast to Ayr start from £36. The average price for this route is around £36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Belfast to Ayr?
The average bus journey time from Belfast to Ayr is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 76 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 40m and is operated by Ulsterbus.
Which bus companies service the Belfast to Ayr route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Belfast to Ayr?
The earliest bus departs from Belfast to Ayr at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 14:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Belfast to Ayr?
A bus journey from Belfast to Ayr produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Belfast to Ayr was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Belfast to Ayr as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £34 to £34 for a bus ticket from Belfast to Ayr based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £34, which is on 2025-12-02.
