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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Belfast is to train which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 51m.

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 43m 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 Stand 11 via Naas and Dublin Airport T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

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 Belfast Great Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Athy to Belfast?

The distance between Athy and Belfast is 159 miles. The road distance is 138.7 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 train which takes 3h 51m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m 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 train which takes 3h 51m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £140 and takes 4h 20m.

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 43m to drive from Athy to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1261+ 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 train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
3h 51m
£20–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Naas to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
4h 20m
£31–140
Drive 137.9 mi
1. Drive from Athy to Belfastcar 137.9 mi
2h 43m
£34–49
Bus via Moorefield Crescent
1. Take the bus from Athy Barrow Quay to Dunnes Newbridgebus 883
2. Take the bus from Moorefield Crescent to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus
5h 16m
£27–36

Athy to Belfast by train, tram, and foot

65Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Athy to Belfast Great Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy to Grand Central Station Stand 11 via Naas, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport T1 in around 4h 20m.

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