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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Doolin is to train and bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Doolin is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Doolin?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Doolin. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Doolin via Dublin Airport Zone 13 and ATU Galway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Belfast to Doolin?

The distance between Belfast and Doolin is 441 km. The road distance is 342.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Doolin without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 7h 21m and costs €45 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Belfast to Doolin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Doolin bus from?

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

Where does the Belfast to Doolin bus arrive?

Belfast to Doolin bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Doolin?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Doolin is 342 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Belfast to Doolin.

Where can I stay near Doolin?

There are 195+ hotels available in Doolin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Doolin by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to ATU Galwaybus 761 / ...
3. Take the bus from ATU Galway to Doolinbus 350
7h 21m
€47–177
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Galwaytrain Re
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
8h 32m
€43–62
Drive 342.5 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Doolincar 342.5 km
4h 26m
€60–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 15 to Cavan Bus Stationbus 271
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Galway Ceannt Stationbus 65
3. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Doolinbus 350
9h 16m

Belfast to Doolin by bus

94Weekly Buses

7h 21mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Doolin.

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Distance: 440.6 km
Duration: 7h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Doolin via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1, Dublin Airport Zone 13, and ATU Galway in around 7h 21m.

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