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Trip Overview

The average train between Howth and Belfast takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Howth 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.

3h 5m
Duration
120 mi
Distance
£24
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Howth to Belfast train times

Trains run hourly between Howth and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Howth is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Belfast at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 58m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 6m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)8h 3m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 41m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 41m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 41m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 41m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)3h 1m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 41m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 40m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 39m • 1 change
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    Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail)2h 39m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Howth 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.

Map of how to get from Howth to Belfast.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 119.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Howth, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Central hourly. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Translink also services this route hourly.

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