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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Rathvilly is to bus via Dublin which costs €20 - €45 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Rathvilly is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Rathvilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Rathvilly. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Durham Street and arriving at Rathvilly via Connolly Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Belfast to Rathvilly?

The distance between Belfast and Rathvilly is 247 km. The road distance is 229.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Rathvilly without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 50m and costs €27 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Belfast to Rathvilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Rathvilly bus from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Rathvilly?

The best way to get from Belfast to Rathvilly is to bus via Dublin which takes 5h 10m and costs €20 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Belfast to Rathvilly bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Rathvilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Rathvilly is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Belfast to Rathvilly.

Where can I stay near Rathvilly?

There are 130+ hotels available in Rathvilly.

Belfast to Rathvilly - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Belfast to Rathvilly 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Rathvilly132
4h 50m
€28–41
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Burgh Quay785
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Rathvilly132
5h 10m
€20–45
Drive 229.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Rathvilly229.4 km
2h 38m
€41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
2. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Rathvilly132
5h 22m
Train
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to CarlowRe / ...
6h 13m
€29–42

Belfast to Rathvilly by train and bus

25Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247.2 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Rathvilly via Burgh Quay and Connolly Station in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Great Victoria Street to Rathvilly via Dublin Connolly, Busáras, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, Carlow, and Carlow in around 6h 13m.

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