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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Ireland is to bus via Leeson Street Upr which costs €18 - €24 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Ireland is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Ireland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grand Central Station station and arriving at Westland Row. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Ireland?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Ireland. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Grand Canal Dock via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Belfast to Ireland?

The distance between Belfast and Ireland is 181 km. The road distance is 168.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Ireland without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Belfast to Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Ireland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Belfast to Ireland train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Ireland?

The best way to get from Belfast to Ireland is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €150 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Belfast to Ireland bus arrive?

Belfast to Ireland bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Westland Row station.

Where does the Belfast to Ireland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Ireland?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Ireland is 168 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Belfast to Ireland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Belfast to Ireland?

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Where can I stay near Ireland?

There are 1243+ hotels available in Ireland.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Ireland 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 Connollytrain Ic / ...
2h 20m
€21–31
Bus via Leeson Street Upr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2h 44m
€19–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Westland Rowbus 785
2h 35m
€23–150
Drive 168.3 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Dublincar 168.3 km
1h 45m
€31–44

Belfast to Ireland by train

391Weekly Trains

2h 20mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.4 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Dublin Express operates a bus from Grand Central Station to Westland Row hourly. Tickets cost €23–150 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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