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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Birr is to bus which costs €20 - €40 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Birr is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Birr?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Birr. However, there are services departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Birr via Wellington Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Belfast to Birr?

The distance between Belfast and Birr is 320 km. The road distance is 245.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Birr without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 38m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Belfast to Birr, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Birr bus from?

Belfast to Birr bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Birr?

The best way to get from Belfast to Birr is to bus which takes 5h 47m and costs €20 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Belfast to Birr bus arrive?

Belfast to Birr bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Burgh Quay station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Birr?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Birr is 245 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Belfast to Birr.

Where can I stay near Birr?

There are 45+ hotels available in Birr.

Belfast to Birr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Belfast to Birr 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
2. Take the bus from Heuston Station to Birrbus 847 / ...
5h 38m
€26–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Burgh Quaybus 785
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Birrbus 847 / ...
5h 47m
€21–36
Drive 245.2 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Birrcar 245.2 km
3h 8m
€42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Rail
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Tullamoretrain Re / ...
5h 59m
€31–46
Bus via Portlaoise
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise Hospitalbus 726
3. Take the bus from Portlaoise Hospital to Birrbus 823
7h 8m

Belfast to Birr by train, tram, and bus

46Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.7 km
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Glengall Street to Birr via Burgh Quay and Wellington Quay in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Birr via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Tullamore, and Spollanstown in around 5h 59m.

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