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Trip Overview

The average train between Ireland and Belfast takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Ireland 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.

2h 46m
Duration
112 mi
Distance
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain train Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
2h 39m

Ireland to Belfast train times

Trains run hourly between Ireland and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Ireland is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Belfast at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Ireland to Belfast.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 112.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 46m

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

Translink Northern Ireland Rail operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central hourly, and the journey takes 2h 8m. Cie also services this route hourly.

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