The average train between Belfast and Malahide takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Belfast to Malahide. 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 Belfast and Malahide. 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 Malahide at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 20m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Belfast to Malahide? 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 Belfast to Malahide. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Malahide station via Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Belfast to Malahide train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Belfast to Malahide train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Malahide station.
The distance between Belfast and Malahide is 128.3 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Malahide via Drogheda in around 2h 25m.