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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Castleknock is to bus which costs €18 - €24 and takes 3h 18m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Castleknock?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Castleknock. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Durham Street and arriving at St Brigid's Church via Aston Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Castleknock?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Castleknock. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Castleknock via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Belfast to Castleknock?

The distance between Belfast and Castleknock is 189 km. The road distance is 163.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Castleknock without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Belfast to Castleknock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Castleknock bus from?

Belfast to Castleknock bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Grand Central Station Durham Street.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Castleknock train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Castleknock?

The best way to get from Belfast to Castleknock is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Aston Quay, which costs €15 - €35 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Belfast to Castleknock bus arrive?

Belfast to Castleknock bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Burgh Quay station.

Where does the Belfast to Castleknock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Castleknock?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Castleknock is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Belfast to Castleknock.

Where can I stay near Castleknock?

There are 1064+ hotels available in Castleknock.

Belfast to Castleknock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 37 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Belfast to Castleknock 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 ConnollyIc / ...
2h 54m
€22–31
Bus via Aston Quay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Burgh Quay785
3h 17m
€15–35
Drive 163.8 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Castleknock163.8 km
1h 45m
€29–42
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the bus from Pearse Street to St Brigid's Church37
3h 17m
€23–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel705x
3h 18m
€19–24

Belfast to Castleknock by train

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 189 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly every 2 hours. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Translink also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Burgh Quay hourly. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Dublin Express also services this route hourly.

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