What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 is to bus via Burgh Quay which costs €15 - €35 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1?

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

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Dublin Terminal 1?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Dublin Terminal 1. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Durham Street and arriving at Dublin Ferry Port Terminal 1 via Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1?

The distance between Belfast and Dublin Terminal 1 is 187 km. The road distance is 167.3 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 bus from?

Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Grand Central Station Durham Street.

Train or bus from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1?

The best way to get from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Burgh Quay, which costs €15 - €35 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 bus arrive?

Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Burgh Quay station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1.

Where can I stay near Dublin Terminal 1?

There are 1061+ hotels available in Dublin Terminal 1.

Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 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 / ...
3h 30m
€23–31
Bus via Burgh Quay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Burgh Quay785
3h 51m
€15–35
Drive 167.3 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1167.3 km
1h 45m
€30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
4h 5m

Belfast to Dublin Terminal 1 by train and bus

96Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.6 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Dublin Terminal 1, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. 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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