What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin is to bus which costs €15 - €21 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast Castle and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast Castle to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Downview Lodge and arriving at The Gresham Hotel via Europa Bus Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Belfast Castle to Dublin?

The distance between Belfast Castle and Dublin is 187 km. The road distance is 173.6 km.

How do I travel from Belfast Castle to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs €15 - €22.

How long does it take to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast Castle to Dublin bus from?

Belfast Castle to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Europa Bus Centre station.

Train or bus from Belfast Castle to Dublin?

The best way to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs €15 - €22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €21 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Belfast Castle to Dublin bus arrive?

Belfast Castle to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at The Gresham Hotel station.

Can I drive from Belfast Castle to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast Castle to Dublin is 174 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Belfast Castle to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1095+ hotels available in Dublin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
3h 32m
€15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
3h 53m
€15–21
Drive 173.6 km
1. Drive from Belfast Castle to Dublincar 173.6 km
1h 53m
€30–44
Bus via Dublin Busaras Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
4h 9m

Belfast Castle to Dublin by foot, bus, and train

165Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Belfast Castle to Dublin.

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Distance: 186.6 km
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Belfast Castle, Northern Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel hourly. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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