What is the travel distance from Ayr to Belfast?

The distance separating Ayr and Belfast is 80 miles (129 km).

What are the best sights and things to do in Belfast?

Once in Belfast, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are City Sightseeing Belfast Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, Black Taxi Political Tour, Belfast Zoo, Belfast Castle and Belfast City Hall.

Bus Ayr to Belfast from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ayr to Belfast on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15pm	Ayr Sandgate Bus Station	4h 50m	6:05pm	Belfast Port	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:15pm	Ayr Sandgate Bus Station	4h 50m	10:05pm	Belfast Port	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Ayr Sandgate Bus Station	5h 15m	6:30pm	Europa Bus Centre	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Ayr Sandgate Bus Station	5h 15m	10:30pm	Europa Bus Centre	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:00 PM GMT.

Get from Ayr to Belfast

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4h 50mAverage Duration

79 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

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Ulsterbus

4/579 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.6

According to user feedback, the bus service was punctual and provided a comfortable travel experience. The drivers were noted for being helpful and well-mannered. However, there was an instance where a passenger faced difficulty boarding due to ticket validity issues but managed to secure a seat as one became available.

Ulsterbus Ayr Belfast recent customer reviews

It was a Stena link bus and he was not happy to let me on from Ayr to Cairnryan port but he had one seat left he said my ticket was not valid for that bus so was lucky to get on bus

Irene S.

July 17, 2025

The bus was punctual and very comfortable, the drivers where very helpful and well mannered.

James H.

May 12, 2024

All good

Stephen D.

July 18, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ayr to Belfast by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/12

$44

11/13

$44

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$44

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$44

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$44

The cheapest trip from Ayr to Belfast was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $44

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ayr to Belfast, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $44 to $44 for a bus ticket from Ayr to Belfast based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-11-19.