The average train between Galway and Belfast takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Galway to Belfast. 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 4 hours between Galway and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galway is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Belfast at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Galway to Belfast? 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 Galway to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Galway station and arriving at Belfast station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.
Galway to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Galway station.
Galway to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Galway and Belfast is 252.1 km. The road distance is 390 km.
You can take a train from Galway to Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 59m.