City in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Getting around Belfast
How to get around Belfast
Walk the center; Translink Glider rapid buses and Metro buses cover the city, and trains reach Derry and Dublin. A tour or car helps for the north coast.
Ways to get around Belfast
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Translink Metro and Glider buses | About £2–3 single | Tap contactless or use a Metro day ticket |
| NI Railways trains | About £3–12 | Central and Grand Central stations; lines to Derry, Bangor, Larne |
| Enterprise train to Dublin | About £20–40 | About 2 h 10 min; run by Irish Rail and NI Railways |
| Black cab taxi tour | About £40–60 per hour | Political mural tours; shared cabs on some routes |
Ride-hailing apps in Belfast
A 5 km ride costs about £8–14 ($10.6–18.5).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Works across the city; licensed taxi partners |
- Black cabs run fixed shared routes and tours; for others book a local firm such as Value Cabs or use Uber. Always check for a taxi licence.
Arriving in Belfast
George Best Belfast City (BHD)
Train from Sydenham to Great Victoria Street, about 10 min, £2–3; taxi to center about £8–12, 10 min.
Belfast International (BFS)
Airport Express 300 to Europa Buscentre about £10 single, 35–45 min; taxi about £30–40.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the left. Visitors may drive on a valid foreign licence for 12 months; carry an IDP if it isn't in English.
- Onward travel in United Kingdom: Trains link most cities quickly but walk-up fares are high; book Advance tickets or buy a Railcard. Coaches are cheaper and slower; the Highlands suit a car or tour.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Belfast?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber.
What's the best way to get around Belfast?
Walk the center; Translink Glider rapid buses and Metro buses cover the city, and trains reach Derry and Dublin. A tour or car helps for the north coast.
How do I get from the airport to Belfast?
Train from Sydenham to Great Victoria Street, about 10 min, £2–3; taxi to center about £8–12, 10 min.
Is Belfast walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- National Rail Enquiries
- Railcards
- National Express coaches
- Translink
- Visit Belfast
- Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
- Belfast City Airport
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