What is the cheapest way to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast is to train which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Derry City and Strabane and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Ballaghalare and arriving at Nelson Street Bus Lane via Derry Londonderry Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast?

The distance between Derry City and Strabane and Belfast is 87 miles. The road distance is 70.8 miles.

How do I travel from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast without a car is to line 102 bus and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derry City and Strabane to Belfast bus from?

Derry City and Strabane to Belfast bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ballaghalare station.

Train or bus from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast?

The best way to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast is to line 102 bus and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Derry City and Strabane to Belfast bus arrive?

Derry City and Strabane to Belfast bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Derry Londonderry Bus Station.

Can I drive from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Derry City and Strabane to Belfast is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1266+ hotels available in Belfast.

Derry City and Strabane to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast 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.

Line 102 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballaghalare to Derry Londonderry Bus Station102 / ...
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Bus Station to Nelson Street Bus Lane212 / ...
2h 46m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Londonderry to Belfast Grand Central0
3h 55m
£15–22
Line 102 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballaghalare to Derry Londonderry Bus Station102 / ...
2. Take the train from Derry-Londonderry to Lanyon Place2 Ly->Gc / ...
3h 22m
Drive 70.4 mi
1. Drive from Derry City and Strabane to Belfast70.4 mi
1h 29m
£18–26

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 86.4 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Derry City and Strabane, Northern Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballaghalare to Nelson Street Bus Lane via Derry Londonderry Bus Station in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, Translink operates a train from Londonderry to Belfast Grand Central hourly. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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