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 €27 - €40 and takes 4h 12m.

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 42m 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 Durham Street and arriving at Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

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 Great Victoria Street and arriving at Athy via Busáras and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

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 4h 12m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m 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 National Express, depart from Grand Central Station Durham Street.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athy train from?

Belfast to Athy train services, operated by Translink, depart from Great Victoria Street station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Athy?

The best way to get from Belfast to Athy is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus via Kildare, which costs €24 - €55 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Belfast to Athy bus arrive?

Belfast to Athy bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 14 station.

Where does the Belfast to Athy train arrive?

Belfast to Athy train services, operated by Translink, 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 42m to drive from Belfast to Athy.

Where can I stay near Athy?

There are 137+ 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 Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to AthyRe / ...
4h 12m
€28–40
Bus via Kildare
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildare726
5h 22m
€24–51
Drive 222 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Athy222 km
2h 42m
€40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Athy130
5h 33m

Belfast to Athy by train and tram

66Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.2 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Great Victoria Street to Athy via Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Zone 14, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Kildare in around 5h 22m.

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