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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Cong is to bus via Dublin which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Cong is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Cong?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Cong. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Durham Street and arriving at Cong via Crampton Quay and Claremorris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Belfast to Cong?

The distance between Belfast and Cong is 437 km. The road distance is 291.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Cong without a car is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Belfast to Cong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Cong bus from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Cong?

The best way to get from Belfast to Cong is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Belfast to Cong bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Cong?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Cong is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Belfast to Cong.

Where can I stay near Cong?

There are 104+ hotels available in Cong.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Cong 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 ClaremorrisIc / ...
7h 41m
€40–56
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Burgh Quay785
2. Take the bus from Crampton Quay to Claremorris721
8h 4m
€32–60
Drive 291.5 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Cong291.5 km
3h 49m
€52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 12 to Derry Londonderry Bus Station212 / ...
2. Take the bus from Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre to Claremorris64
8h 44m

Belfast to Cong by train, tram, and bus

23Weekly Services

7h 41mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 437.2 km
Duration: 7h 41m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Cong, IE-MO, Ireland?

You can take a train from Great Victoria Street to Cong via Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Claremorris, and Claremorris Station in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Cong via Burgh Quay, Crampton Quay, and Claremorris in around 8h 4m.

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