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Trip Overview

The average train between Ireland and Northern Ireland takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Ireland to Northern Ireland. 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
£19
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain train Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
2h 39m
£14–22

Ireland to Northern Ireland train times

Trains run hourly between Ireland and Northern Ireland. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Ireland is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Northern Ireland 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.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ireland to Northern Ireland? 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 Ireland to Northern Ireland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 112.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Ireland and Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central hourly. Tickets cost £17–25 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route hourly.

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