The average train between Belfast and Sandyford takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Belfast to Sandyford. 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 Sandyford. 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 Sandyford at 11:59 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Belfast to Sandyford? 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 Sandyford. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Sandyford station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Belfast to Sandyford train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Belfast to Sandyford train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.
The distance between Belfast and Sandyford is 148.3 km. The road distance is 188 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Translink also services this route hourly.