What is the cheapest way to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland is to drive and car ferry which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland is to fly which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Northern Ireland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Glasgow Buchanan and arriving at Belfast, Europa Buscentre. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

The distance between Scotland and Northern Ireland is 131 miles.

How do I travel from Scotland to Northern Ireland without a car?

The best way to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 6h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Northern Ireland bus from?

Scotland to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Scotland to Northern Ireland bus arrive?

Scotland to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Northern Ireland?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Northern Ireland.

Scotland to Northern Ireland - 7 ways to travel via car, and car ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland by car, car ferry, busferry, or plane

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

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
3h 58m
£50–74
Fly Glasgow Airport to Belfast International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)plane GLA - BFS
2h 47m
£35–107
Bus and ferry
1. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
6h 10m
Fly Edinburgh Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)plane EDI - BHD
2h 52m
£36–122
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Belfast International Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)plane EDI - BFS
3h 7m
£38–92
Fly Glasgow Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)plane GLA - BHD
2h 26m
£38–138
Fly Aberdeen Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)plane ABZ - BHD
2h 44m
£84–204

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) flights

26Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Northern Ireland.

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Distance: 130.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Scotland and Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a vehicle from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentre 3 times a day, and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, easyJet and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) 4 times a day.

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