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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Swords is to train and line 101 bus which costs €16 - €26 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Swords is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Swords. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Swords Castle via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Belfast to Swords?

The distance between Belfast and Swords is 164 km. The road distance is 152 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Swords without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €24 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Belfast to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Swords bus from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Swords?

The best way to get from Belfast to Swords is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €24 - €150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €18 - €27 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Belfast to Swords bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Swords is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Belfast to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Swords.

Belfast to Swords - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 101 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Belfast to Swords by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2h 20m
€24–142
Train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the bus from Drogheda Stn to Seatownbus 101
2h 47m
€17–25
Drive 152 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Swordscar 152 km
1h 32m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbridetrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2. Take the train from Drogheda to Malahidetrain Re / ...
3h 12m
€19–26
Bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Gardiner St Lwr to Swords Castlebus 33 / ...
3h 43m

Belfast to Swords by bus

94Weekly Buses

2h 20mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Dublin Express operates a bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1 hourly. Tickets cost €21–140 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Malahide Rd Rnbt via Drogheda, Malahide, and Malahide Stn in around 3h 12m.

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