Bus from Stranraer to Belfast
1 direct route · about 230 min · first bus 10:40, last bus 18:40 (weekdays).
Next buses to Belfast as of 10:02
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Stranraer, 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 | ~230 min | 3 | Sat 3 · Sun 3 | 10:40 | 18:40 | Port Rodie (at) | Grand Central Station | Cairnryan & Duncrue |
Times are for the first boarding point in Stranraer 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 Stranraer to Belfast?
The 923 (Ulsterbus) runs directly from Stranraer to Belfast. Board at Port Rodie (at) and get off at Grand Central Station; the journey takes about 230 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Stranraer to Belfast?
Around 230 minutes on the 923, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Cairnryan, Duncrue on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Stranraer to Belfast?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 10:40 and the last around 18:40. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Stranraer to Belfast?
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.