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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Ireland is to train which costs €16 - €25 and takes 2h 22m.

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 €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Ireland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Glengall Street 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 Great Central and arriving at Dublin Pearse via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

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 22m and costs €16 - €25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m 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 Glengall Street station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Ireland train from?

Belfast to Ireland train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Ireland?

The best way to get from Belfast to Ireland is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €16 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 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 Translink, 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?

Book your Belfast to Ireland bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ireland?

There are 1066+ 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 Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain 1_Gc->Dn
2h 22m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Westland Rowbus 785
2h 35m
Drive 168.3 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Dublincar 168.3 km
1h 45m
€30–43
Bus via Burlington Road
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2h 55m
€19–24

Belfast to Ireland by train

165Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.7 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and 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 Glengall Street to Westland Row hourly, and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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