Bus from Belfast to Ayr
1 direct route · about 310 min · first bus 06:15, last bus 14:20 (weekdays).
Next buses to Ayr as of 07:34
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Belfast, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 923 | Ulsterbus | ~310 min | 3 | Sat 3 · Sun 3 | 06:15 | 14:20 | Grand Central Station | Ayr Bus Station (Stance 2) | Duncrue, Stranraer & Cairnryan |
Times are for the first boarding point in Belfast on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 923 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Belfast to Ayr?
The 923 (Ulsterbus) runs directly from Belfast to Ayr. Board at Grand Central Station and get off at Ayr Bus Station (Stance 2); the journey takes about 310 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Belfast to Ayr?
Around 310 minutes on the 923, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Duncrue, Stranraer, Cairnryan on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Belfast to Ayr?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:15 and the last around 14:20. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Belfast to Ayr?
Translink sets zonal fares on this journey. Smartlink/iLink cards and contactless are cheaper than cash, with daily and weekly caps on Metro and Glider.