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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Belfast is to bus via Moorefield Crescent which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Belfast is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Belfast station. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Grand Central Station Durham Street via Naas and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Great Victoria Street via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Athy to Belfast?

The distance between Athy and Belfast is 148 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Athy to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Belfast bus from?

Athy to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Naas station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Belfast?

The best way to get from Athy to Belfast is to bus which takes 3h 53m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Athy to Belfast bus arrive?

Athy to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Athy to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Belfast is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Athy to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athy 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 Naas to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Grand Central Station Durham Street785
3h 53m
£24–48
Train
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
4h 8m
£24–36
Drive 137.9 mi
1. Drive from Athy to Belfast137.9 mi
2h 42m
£35–50
Bus via Moorefield Crescent
1. Take the bus from Barrow Quay to Newbridge883
2. Take the bus from Moorefield Crescent to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre
5h 10m
£26–36

Athy to Belfast by bus

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Distance: 147.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Athy to Grand Central Station Durham Street via Naas, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athy to Great Victoria Street via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 8m.

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