What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Ulster?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Ulster is to drive which costs €24 - €40 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Ulster?

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Ulster is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Ulster?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Ulster station. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 7 and arriving at Letterkenny Bus Station via Ulsterbus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Belfast to Ulster?

The distance between Belfast and Ulster is 151 km. The road distance is 144.4 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Ulster without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Ulster without a car is to bus which takes 3h 33m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Ulster?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Belfast to Ulster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Ulster bus from?

Belfast to Ulster bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 7.

Train or bus from Belfast to Ulster?

The best way to get from Belfast to Ulster is to bus which takes 3h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €45 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Belfast to Ulster bus arrive?

Belfast to Ulster bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Foyle Street Bus Station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Ulster?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Ulster is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Belfast to Ulster.

Where can I stay near Ulster?

There are 174+ hotels available in Ulster.

Belfast to Ulster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Belfast to Ulster by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Foyle Street Bus Stationbus 212 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ulsterbus Depot to Letterkenny Bus Stationbus 64
3h 33m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderrytrain Rail
3h 46m
€23–41
Drive 144.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Letterkennycar 144.4 km
1h 40m
€25–36

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Ulster.

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Distance: 150.9 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Ulster, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 7 to Letterkenny Bus Station via Ulsterbus Depot in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, Translink operates a train from Lanyon Place to Derry-Londonderry hourly. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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