Belfast to Coleraine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

47.2 miles 76 km · straight line
55.4 miles actual route 89.1 km · driving distance
1h 6min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Belfast from Coleraine?

The distance from Belfast to Coleraine is 47.2 miles (76 km) as the crow flies. Coleraine is located NW of Belfast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 55.4 miles, taking about 1h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Belfast and Coleraine. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Belfast to Coleraine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 6min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 19min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Belfast & Coleraine

Quick Facts

Belfast
54.60°N, 5.93°W
Europe/London
1m elevation
Coleraine
55.13°N, 6.67°W
Europe/London
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 527.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM