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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Athy is to train which costs €28 - €40 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Athy is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Athy?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Athy. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Athy via Airport Zone 16 and Kildare Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Athy?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Athy. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Athy via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Belfast to Athy?

The distance between Belfast and Athy is 254 km. The road distance is 222 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Athy without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €28 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Belfast to Athy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athy bus from?

Belfast to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Athy?

The best way to get from Belfast to Athy is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €28 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Kildare Square, which costs €30 - €150 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Belfast to Athy bus arrive?

Belfast to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Athy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Athy?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Athy is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Belfast to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 144+ hotels available in Athy.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Athy 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 Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athytrain Re / ...
3h 43m
€28–40
Bus via Kildare Square
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
5h 27m
€33–149
Drive 222 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Athycar 222 km
2h 43m
€40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Athybus 130
5h 34m

Belfast to Athy by train and tram

176Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.2 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Athy via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Athy via Terminal 1 Zone 1, Airport Zone 16, and Kildare Square in around 5h 27m.

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