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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Swords is to bus which costs €19 - €21 and takes 2h 22m.

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 31m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Swords. However, there are services departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Swords Castle via Dublin Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

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 22m and costs €19 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m 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 Glengall Street station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Swords?

The best way to get from Belfast to Swords is to bus which takes 2h 22m and costs €19 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €18 - €27 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Belfast to Swords bus arrive?

Belfast to Swords bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Dublin Airport 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 31m to drive from Belfast to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1023+ 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 Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1785
2h 22m
€20
Train, line 101 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbride1 Gc->Dn / ...
2. Take the bus from Drogheda MacBride Station to Seatown101
2h 47m
€18–25
Drive 152 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Swords152 km
1h 31m
€27–39
Bus via Dublin Airport T2
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2X1 / ...
2h 42m
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Drogheda Macbride1 Gc->Dn / ...
2. Take the train from Drogheda to MalahideIc / ...
3h 10m
€19–26

Belfast to Swords by bus

112Weekly Buses

2h 22mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.6 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Dublin Express operates a bus from Glengall Street to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 hourly. Tickets cost €16–18 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Great Central to Malahide Road Roundabout via Drogheda, Malahide, and Malahide Station in around 3h 10m.

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