The average train between Belfast and Howth takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Belfast 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 every 2 hours between Belfast and Howth. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belfast is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Howth at 11:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Howth. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Howth station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Belfast to Howth train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Great Central station.
Belfast to Howth train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.
The distance between Belfast and Howth is 135 km. The road distance is 192 km.
Translink operates a train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route every 3 hours.