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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Rathcoole is to train which costs €19 - €27 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Rathcoole is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Rathcoole?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Rathcoole. However, there are services departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Holy Family NS via George's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Belfast to Rathcoole?

The distance between Belfast and Rathcoole is 200 km. The road distance is 178.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Rathcoole without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €19 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Belfast to Rathcoole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Rathcoole bus from?

Belfast to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Rathcoole?

The best way to get from Belfast to Rathcoole is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs €19 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus and line 126 bus via Burgh Quay, which costs and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Belfast to Rathcoole bus arrive?

Belfast to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Burgh Quay station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Rathcoole?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Rathcoole is 178 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Belfast to Rathcoole.

Where can I stay near Rathcoole?

There are 1050+ hotels available in Rathcoole.

Belfast to Rathcoole - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 126 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
3h 11m
€20–27
Bus, line 126 bus via Burgh Quay
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Burgh Quaybus 785
2. Take the bus from George's Quay to Holy Family NSbus 126 / ...
3h 26m
Drive 178.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Rathcoolecar 178.4 km
1h 56m
€31–45
Bus, line 126 bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 12 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Holy Family NSbus 126 / ...
3h 48m

Belfast to Rathcoole by train, tram, and bus

171Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.2 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Rathcoole, IE-D, Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €19–28 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glengall Street to Holy Family NS via Burgh Quay and George's Quay in around 3h 26m.

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