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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Shankill is to bus via Parnell Square East which costs €18 - €24 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Shankill is to drive which takes 2h and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Shankill?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Shankill. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Stonebridge Close via D'Olier Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Shankill?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Shankill. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Shankill via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Belfast to Shankill?

The distance between Belfast and Shankill is 198 km. The road distance is 182.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Shankill without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Belfast to Shankill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Shankill bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Belfast to Shankill train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Shankill?

The best way to get from Belfast to Shankill is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €150 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Belfast to Shankill bus arrive?

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

Where does the Belfast to Shankill train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Shankill?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Shankill is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Belfast to Shankill.

How do I get a bus ticket from Belfast to Shankill?

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Where can I stay near Shankill?

There are 1084+ hotels available in Shankill.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Shankilltrain Ic / ...
2h 55m
€23–33
Bus via Parnell Square East
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2. Take the bus from Parnell Square East to Stonebridge Closebus E1
3h 33m
€19–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
2. Take the bus from D'Olier Street to Stonebridge Closebus E1
3h 25m
€25–145
Drive 182.1 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Shankillcar 182.1 km
2h
€33–48

Belfast to Shankill by train

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.3 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Shankill via Dublin Connolly in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Stonebridge Close via Burgh Quay and D'Olier Street in around 3h 25m.

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