How to travel from Belfast to Bristol, United Kingdom
The distance between Belfast and Bristol is around 477km (296 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2hrs.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Belfast to Bristol by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Bristol → Belfast if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) to Bristol (BRS).
- Duration2hrs
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost£100($115)
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Cairnryan then take the bus to Buchanan Bus Station then Birmingham Navigation Street and then to Bristol Bus & Coach Station.
- Duration14h 5m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost£56($66)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Isle of Man Douglas and then to Liverpool then take the train to Birmingham New Street and then to Bristol Temple Meads.
- Duration10h 25m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost£140($165)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Cairnryan then drive to Bristol.
- Duration9hrs
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost£71($84)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Belfast and Bristol
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Belfast to Bristol by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around £56 ($66) and will take around 14h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £100 ($115).
The distance between Belfast and Bristol is around 477km (296 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 414km (257 miles)
It takes around 2hrs to get from Belfast and Bristol by plane.
The quickest way to get from Belfast to Bristol is to fly which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx £100 ($115).
The cheapest way to travel between Belfast and Bristol is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around £56 ($66) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Belfast and Bristol. We recommend that you fly from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) to Bristol (BRS). instead which will take 2hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Belfast and Bristol. We recommend that you fly from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) to Bristol (BRS). instead which will take 2hrs.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Belfast and Bristol. Flights depart from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) and arrive at Bristol (BRS). The flight takes around 1hr.
Yes there is a direct flight between Belfast and Bristol with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1hr.
easyJet fly between Belfast and Bristol. Flights depart from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) and and arrive into Bristol (BRS). These flights usually take around 1hr.
The flight from Belfast to Bristol typically takes around 1hr. Flights depart from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) and and arrive into Bristol (BRS).
The closest major airport to Bristol is Bristol Airport (BRS) (BRS) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Bristol. Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) and Bournemouth Airport (BOH) (BOH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Belfast to Bristol. We recommend that you fly from Belfast (Aldergrove) (BFS) to Bristol (BRS). instead which will take 2hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Belfast to Bristol is to fly which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around £100 ($115).
Compare travel optionsbetween Belfast and Bristol
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 2hrs | £100($115) | hourly | 477km (296 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 15m | £180($215) | hourly | 526km (327 miles) |
| Fly to Birmingham (BHX), Train | 3h 35m | £190($225) | hourly | 573km (356 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 14h 5m | £56($66) | twice daily | 866km (538 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 2 similar | 10h 25m | £140($165) | 3 times a week | 523km (325 miles) |
| Train and Ferry | 11h 25m | £160($185) | 4 times a day | 694km (431 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Train | 11h 55m | £165($195) | 4 times a day | 688km (428 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 9hrs | £71($84) | every 4 hours | 696km (433 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Belfast and Bristol
Bus companies
Scottish Citylink
Train operators
Airlines
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
Isle of Man Steam Packet Company
Stena Line
Airports near Bristol
The following major airports near Bristol offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Bristol Airport (BRS)
- Distance
- 11km (7 miles) from Bristol
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
- Distance
- 52km (32 miles) from Bristol
Bournemouth Airport (BOH)
- Distance
- 92km (57 miles) from Bristol