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

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Belfast is to train and bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 44m.

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 30m 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 Belfast Grand Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Athenry to Belfast?

The distance between Athenry and Belfast is 245 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 35m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m 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 35m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 21m.

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 30m to drive from Athenry to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1301+ 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 Stn to Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
5h 35m
£37–148
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athenry to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
6h 44m
£28–48
Train
1. Take the train from Athenry to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
6h 21m
£32–47
Drive 174.3 mi
1. Drive from Athenry to Belfastcar 174.3 mi
3h 30m
£43–62

Athenry to Belfast by train and bus

132Weekly Services

5h 35mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Athenry to Belfast.

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Distance: 243.2 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Athenry to Grand Central Station Stand 11 via Galway, Galway Coach Stn, and Dublin Airport T1 in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athenry to Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 21m.

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