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Travelling to Belfast

Belfast is today one of the most accessible destinations in Europe, with many cities just over an hour away. The city is serviced by two airports with new national and international routes continually opening up. An historical port, the city also benefits from
a number of excellent ferry services and boasts an excellent rail and bus service.

By air

George Best Belfast City Airport is situated just three miles from the city with a frequent direct City Airlinkbus service from the airport terminal to the city centre. Belfast International Airport at Aldergrove is 30 minutes drive from Belfast city via the M2 Motorway. An Airbus service also operates between the Airport and the city centre. Flights run between Belfast and all of the UK’s largest cities. Almost 30 European destinations are also linked via the two airports including many capital cities, as well as New York.

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By sea

Belfast is easily accessed by sea crossings from both Scotland and England. Travel by high-speed catamaran or by traditional ferry with impressive journey times from just 105 minutes.

By rail

An enterprise service runs 8 times daily from Belfast to Dublin. The journey time is approximately 2 hours.

By bus

Dublin Airport is approximately 2 hours by road and is linked through an Express coach service.

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Belfast Welcome Centre

Make the Belfast Welcome Centre your first stop on coming to Belfast.

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Visitor Information

Visitor Information

Get some handy tips to keep you informed during your stay.

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Tours

Book tickets for the many tours around Belfast city.

1. The Belfast Music Tour Find out more » Buy Tickets »