How to get from Short Strand to Fortwilliam by bus?

From Short Strand to Fortwilliam by bus

To get from Short Strand to Fortwilliam in Belfast, take the 18 bus from Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road) station to Donegall Square West station. Next, take the 2C bus from Upper Queen Street 2 station to Fortwilliam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The bus schedule from Short Strand may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Fortwilliam on the Moovit app.

35min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
Bus - 2C2C
Walk to Fortwilliam
Leaves from Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road)
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Gilnahirk - City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Donegall Square West
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upper Queen Street 2
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2C2C
    Wait for bus
    2C
    City Centre - Monkstown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fortwilliam
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Fortwilliam
    Walk to
    Fortwilliam
    Fortwilliam Park
    490 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Short Strand to Fortwilliam by bus via 4B and 2C

To get from Short Strand to Fortwilliam in Belfast, take the 4B bus from Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road) station to Donegall Square West station. Next, take the 2C bus from Upper Queen Street 2 station to Fortwilliam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The bus schedule from Short Strand may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Fortwilliam on the Moovit app.

40min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4B4B
Bus - 2C2C
Walk to Fortwilliam
Leaves from Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road)
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4B4B
    Wait for bus
    4B
    Coopers Mill - Dundonald - City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Donegall Square West
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upper Queen Street 2
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2C2C
    Wait for bus
    2C
    City Centre - Monkstown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fortwilliam
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Fortwilliam
    Walk to
    Fortwilliam
    Fortwilliam Park
    490 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Short Strand to Fortwilliam

The distance between Short Strand, Belfast and Fortwilliam, Belfast is approximately 6.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Short Strand to Fortwilliam by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Belfast – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Short Strand to Fortwilliam

To check the bus schedule from Short Strand to Fortwilliam using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Short Strand) and destination (Fortwilliam), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Short Strand to Fortwilliam by bus via 4B and 2C

To get from Short Strand to Fortwilliam in Belfast, take the 4B bus from Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road) station to Donegall Square West station. Next, take the 2C bus from Upper Queen Street 2 station to Fortwilliam station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The bus schedule from Short Strand may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Fortwilliam on the Moovit app.

40min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4B4B
Bus - 2C2C
Walk to Fortwilliam
Leaves from Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road)
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4B4B
    Wait for bus
    4B
    Coopers Mill - Dundonald - City Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Donegall Square West
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upper Queen Street 2
    150 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2C2C
    Wait for bus
    2C
    City Centre - Monkstown
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fortwilliam
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Fortwilliam
    Walk to
    Fortwilliam
    Fortwilliam Park
    490 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Short Strand to Fortwilliam?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line 18, Bus line 2C.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Short Strand to Fortwilliam?

    The alternative route takes 40 minutes, using Bus line 4B, Bus line 2C.

  • Is there a direct bus between Short Strand and Fortwilliam in Belfast?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Short Strand to Fortwilliam in Belfast?

    The 18 bus line goes from Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road) station near Short Strand to Gilnahirk - City Centre station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Gilnahirk - City Centre station near Fortwilliam in Belfast.

  • How long does it take to travel from Short Strand to Fortwilliam in Belfast by bus?

    The total travel time between Short Strand and Fortwilliam in Belfast by bus is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Short Strand to get to Fortwilliam in Belfast?

    Get on the 18 bus from the Short Strand (Albert Bridge Road) stop near Short Strand in Belfast.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Short Strand and Fortwilliam in Belfast?

    Get off the bus at the Gilnahirk - City Centre stop, which is closest to Fortwilliam in Belfast.

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