The average train between Laytown and Belfast takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Laytown 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 hourly between Laytown and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 12:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Laytown is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Belfast at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 54m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Laytown 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 Laytown to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Laytown station and arriving at Belfast station via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Laytown to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Drogheda station.
Laytown to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.
The distance between Laytown and Belfast is 103.8 km. The road distance is 136 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central hourly. Tickets cost £10–14 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Translink also services this route hourly.