The average train between Belfast and Ireland takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Belfast to Ireland. 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 Ireland. 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 Ireland at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Ireland. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Ireland station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Belfast to Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Great Central station.
Belfast to Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.
The distance between Belfast and Ireland is 235.2 km. The road distance is 181 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.