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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Ireland to Belfast

Cheapest
3 h 6 min
Car
310 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$28.02

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

Cie

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

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Email:
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) to Belfast,
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Westland Row to Glengall
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ireland to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Belfast is to bus via Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ireland to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Ireland and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westland Row and arriving at Glengall Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ireland and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Ireland to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Grand Canal Dock and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Ireland to Belfast?

The distance between Ireland and Belfast is 173 km. The road distance is 169.5 km.

How do I travel from Ireland to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Ireland to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ireland to Belfast?

The bus from Westland Row to Glengall Street takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Belfast bus from?

Ireland to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Westland Row station.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Belfast train from?

Ireland to Belfast train services, operated by Cie, depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Ireland to Belfast?

The best way to get from Ireland to Belfast is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18.48 - $29.35 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Ireland to Belfast bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ireland to Belfast train arrive?

Ireland to Belfast train services, operated by Cie, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Ireland to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ireland to Belfast is 169 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Ireland to Belfast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ireland to Belfast?

Book your Ireland 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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