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Trip Overview

The average train between Northern Ireland and Ireland takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Northern Ireland to 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 28m
Duration
181 km
Distance
€21
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain train Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2h 22m
€17–25

Northern Ireland to Ireland train times

Trains run hourly between Northern Ireland and Ireland. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northern Ireland is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Ireland at 11:22 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Northern Ireland to 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 Northern Ireland to Ireland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 180.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Northern Ireland and Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route every 3 hours.

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