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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dublin City to Belfast

Composite routes from Dublin City to Belfast

Cheapest
1 h 42 min
Car
165 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02
Bus from Custom House Quay to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Once a week

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.84–$45.86
Bus from Custom House Quay to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.84–$44.58

Cie

Website:
cie.ie/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Email:
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Custom House Quay to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Custom House Quay to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin City to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin City to Belfast is to train which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin City to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Dublin City to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $32.61 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Dublin City and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Custom House Quay and arriving at Glengall Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin City and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Great Victoria Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Dublin City to Belfast?

The distance between Dublin City and Belfast is 179 km. The road distance is 165.5 km.

How do I travel from Dublin City to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin City to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 .

How long does it take to get from Dublin City to Belfast?

The train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street takes 2h 8m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dublin City to Belfast bus from?

Dublin City to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Custom House Quay station.

Where do I catch the Dublin City to Belfast train from?

Dublin City to Belfast train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Dublin City to Belfast?

The best way to get from Dublin City to Belfast is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27.17 - $38.04 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Dublin City to Belfast bus arrive?

Dublin City to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Glengall Street station.

Where does the Dublin City to Belfast train arrive?

Dublin City to Belfast train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Dublin City to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin City to Belfast is 166 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Dublin City to Belfast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dublin City to Belfast?

Book your Dublin City to Belfast bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1132+ hotels available in Belfast. Prices start at $53.87 per night.
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