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

The cheapest way to get from Portaferry to Belfast is to bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portaferry to Belfast is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Portaferry and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portaferry Square and arriving at Albert Bridge. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Portaferry to Belfast?

The distance between Portaferry and Belfast is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portaferry to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs £4.

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

The bus from Portaferry Square to Albert Bridge takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Portaferry to Belfast bus from?

Portaferry to Belfast bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Portaferry Square station.

Where does the Portaferry to Belfast bus arrive?

Portaferry to Belfast bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Albert Bridge station.

Can I drive from Portaferry to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Portaferry to Belfast is 28 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Portaferry to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1201+ hotels available in Belfast.

Portaferry to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and line 5 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Portaferry to Belfast by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portaferry Square to Albert Bridgebus 10
1h 20m
£4
- 1:20 PM – 3:00 PM
  bus 1h 40m • 1 change
  £7
- 3:10 PM – 4:29 PM
  bus 1h 19m • Direct
  £3
- 3:15 PM – 5:33 PM
  bus 2h 18m • 1 change
  £7
Drive 28.1 mi
1. Drive from Portaferry to Belfastcar 28.1 mi
41 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portaferry to Belfasttaxi 28.1 mi
41 min
£75–90
Bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Portaferry Square to Gibson's Lanebus 9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gibson's Lane to May Streetbus 10 / ...
2h 3m
£7

Portaferry to Belfast by bus

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 27.8 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Translink operates a bus from Portaferry Square to Albert Bridge 3 times a day. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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