Originally Posted by
lamphs
That said, re: buses to Belfast from DUB... the buses seem fairly frequent from DUB, as you mentioned. What about last minute bookings? Assuming an on time arrival of 10 AM on Friday, and out the door, conservatively at 11, maybe book a bus immediately upon landing or do you think that is cutting it too close?
Nothing to stop you booking a few days in advance and benefitting from the cheaper online fare. Both Translink and Aircoach will allow you to take a later bus the same day if your flight is delayed and you miss your booked service. You just won't have a guaranteed seat on the later bus, so if it arrives full you'd have to wait for the next one. They don't tend to be full, although Friday is a busier day.
I'd probably book with Translink as they operate more frequently, including some that start at the airport.