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 €23 - €35 and takes 4h 14m.

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 to Athy. However, there are services departing from Glengall 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 Belfast Great Central and arriving at Athy via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

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 14m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m 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 Glengall Street station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Athy train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Athy?

The best way to get from Belfast to Athy is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Kildare, which costs €29 - €40 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Belfast to Athy bus arrive?

Belfast to Athy bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 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 Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain 1_Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Athytrain Re / ...
4h 14m
€24–34
Bus via Kildare
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
5h 22m
€30–37
Drive 222 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Athycar 222 km
2h 42m
€39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Athybus 130
5h 33m

Belfast to Athy by train and tram

66Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.2 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Athy via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glengall Street to Barrow Quay via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Kildare in around 5h 22m.

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