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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Portmarnock is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Portmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Portmarnock Village via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Portmarnock?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Portmarnock. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Portmarnock via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Belfast to Portmarnock?

The distance between Belfast and Portmarnock is 190 km. The road distance is 160.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Portmarnock without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Belfast to Portmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Portmarnock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Belfast to Portmarnock train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Portmarnock?

The best way to get from Belfast to Portmarnock is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 102 bus, which costs €24 - €140 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Belfast to Portmarnock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Belfast to Portmarnock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Portmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Portmarnock is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Belfast to Portmarnock.

Where can I stay near Portmarnock?

There are 1181+ hotels available in Portmarnock.

Belfast to Portmarnock - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 102 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Portmarnock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2h 46m
€22–32
Bus, line 102 bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 15 to Portmarnock Villagebus 102
3h 7m
€24–137
Drive 160.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Portmarnockcar 160.4 km
1h 42m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
3h 46m

Belfast to Portmarnock by train

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Distance: 190 km
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Portmarnock, 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 hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Portmarnock Village via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 15 in around 3h 7m.

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