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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Maynooth is to bus which costs €15 - €35 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Maynooth is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Durham Street and arriving at Maynooth via Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Maynooth via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Belfast to Maynooth?

The distance between Belfast and Maynooth is 205 km. The road distance is 165 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Maynooth without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Belfast to Maynooth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Maynooth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Belfast to Maynooth train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Maynooth?

The best way to get from Belfast to Maynooth is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €35 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Belfast to Maynooth bus arrive?

Belfast to Maynooth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Burgh Quay station.

Where does the Belfast to Maynooth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Maynooth?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Maynooth is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Belfast to Maynooth.

Where can I stay near Maynooth?

There are 915+ hotels available in Maynooth.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Maynooth 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 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to MaynoothRe / ...
3h 13m
€23–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Burgh Quay785
2. Take the bus from Tara Street to MaynoothX25 / ...
3h 41m
€15–35
Drive 165 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Maynooth165 km
1h 54m
€30–43
Bus via Dublin Busaras Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
2. Take the bus from Tara Street to MaynoothX25 / ...
4h 7m

Belfast to Maynooth by train

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.9 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Maynooth via Dublin Connolly in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Maynooth via Burgh Quay and Tara Street in around 3h 41m.

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