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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Coolock is to train which costs €18 - €25 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Coolock is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Coolock?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Coolock. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Saint Brendan's Church via Eden Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Belfast to Coolock?

The distance between Belfast and Coolock is 185 km. The road distance is 161.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Coolock without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €18 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Belfast to Coolock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Coolock bus from?

Belfast to Coolock bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Coolock?

The best way to get from Belfast to Coolock is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €18 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus via Burgh Quay, which costs €25 - €160 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Belfast to Coolock bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Coolock?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Coolock is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Belfast to Coolock.

Where can I stay near Coolock?

There are 1149+ hotels available in Coolock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Coolock 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 Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2h 31m
€19–25
Bus via Burgh Quay
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
2h 48m
€25–151
Drive 161.1 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Coolockcar 161.1 km
1h 38m
€29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
3h 14m

Belfast to Coolock by train and bus

171Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.9 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Translink operates a train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Dublin Express operates a bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quay hourly. Tickets cost €22–150 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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