The average train between Bangor and Howth takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Bangor to Howth. 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 hourly between Bangor and Howth. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bangor is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Howth at 9:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Belfast Great Central and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bangor to Howth? 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 Bangor to Howth. However, there are services departing from Bangor station and arriving at Howth station via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Bangor to Howth train services, operated by Translink, depart from Bangor station.
Bangor to Howth train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.
The distance between Bangor and Howth is 144.1 km. The road distance is 215 km.
You can take a train from Bangor to Howth via Belfast Great Central and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 9m.