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

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Belfast is to bus which costs £35 - £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 247 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 41m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m 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 41m and costs £35 - £50. 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 1266+ 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 11761 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall Street785
5h 41m
£35–48
Train
cheapest
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 Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Europa Bus Centre705x
5h 55m
£34–47

Athenry to Belfast by train and bus

128Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.2 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Athenry to Glengall Street via Galway, Galway Coach Station, Dublin Airport Zone 11, and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 in around 5h 41m. 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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