What is the cheapest way to get from Athenry to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Belfast is to train which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athenry to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Athenry to Belfast is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Athenry and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Athenry to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Athenry and arriving at Great Victoria Street via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Athenry to Belfast?

The distance between Athenry and Belfast is 244 miles. The road distance is 175.3 miles.

How do I travel from Athenry to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Athenry to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs £29 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Athenry to Belfast?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Athenry to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athenry to Belfast train from?

Athenry to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Athenry station.

Train or bus from Athenry to Belfast?

The best way to get from Athenry to Belfast is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Athenry to Belfast train arrive?

Athenry to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Athenry to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Athenry to Belfast is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Athenry to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1260+ hotels available in Belfast.

Athenry to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athenry to Belfast by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Dublin Airport Zone 11760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Grand Central Station Durham Street785
5h 7m
£30–56
Train
1. Take the train from Athenry to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
5h 41m
£32–47
Drive 174.3 mi
1. Drive from Athenry to Belfast174.3 mi
3h 29m
£44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athenry to AthloneIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Station to Cavan Bus Station466
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21270
7h 23m

Athenry to Belfast by train and bus

129Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.7 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Athenry to Grand Central Station Durham Street via Galway, Galway Coach Station, Dublin Airport Zone 11, and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athenry to Great Victoria Street via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 41m.

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