The average train between Athy and Belfast takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Athy to Belfast. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Athy and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Athy is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Belfast at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Athy to Belfast? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Athy to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Athy station and arriving at Belfast station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Athy to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athy station.
Athy to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Great Central station.
The distance between Athy and Belfast is 191.5 km. The road distance is 255 km.
You can take a train from Athy to Belfast Great Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 51m.