Bus from Botanic (Northern Ireland) to Stranmillis
2 direct routes · about 7 min · first bus 06:38, last bus 22:19 (weekdays).
Next buses to Stranmillis as of 03:32
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Botanic, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8d | Metro | ~7 min | 28 | weekdays only | 08:00 | 20:19 | Dublin Road | Stranmillis Mews | Queens University |
| 8a | Metro | ~7 min | 15 | Sat 29 · Sun 21 | 06:38 | 22:19 | Dublin Road | Stranmillis Mews | Queens University |
Times are for the first boarding point in Botanic 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 8d bus or 8a bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Botanic to Stranmillis?
2 routes run directly from Botanic to Stranmillis: the 8d (Metro), the 8a (Metro). The most frequent is the 8d, 28 times each weekday — board at Dublin Road and get off at Stranmillis Mews, about 7 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Botanic to Stranmillis?
Around 7 minutes on the 8d, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Queens University on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Botanic to Stranmillis?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:38 and the last around 22:19. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Botanic to Stranmillis?
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.