Bus from Belfast to Cairnryan
1 direct route · about 235 min · first bus 06:15, last bus 14:20 (weekdays).
Next buses to Cairnryan as of 14:40
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 | ~235 min | 3 | Sat 3 · Sun 3 | 06:15 | 14:20 | Grand Central Station | Ferry Terminal (at) | Duncrue & Stranraer |
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 Cairnryan?
The 923 (Ulsterbus) runs directly from Belfast to Cairnryan. Board at Grand Central Station and get off at Ferry Terminal (at); the journey takes about 235 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Belfast to Cairnryan?
Around 235 minutes on the 923, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Duncrue, Stranraer on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Belfast to Cairnryan?
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 Cairnryan?
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.