What is the cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin is to train which costs €27 - €40 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at The Gresham Hotel via Europa Bus Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Carrickfergus and Dublin?

No, there is no direct train from Carrickfergus to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Carrickfergus and arriving at Dublin Connolly via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Dublin?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Dublin is 199 km. The road distance is 184.1 km.

How do I travel from Carrickfergus to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €27 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Dublin bus from?

Carrickfergus to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Joymount station.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Dublin train from?

Carrickfergus to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, depart from Carrickfergus station.

Train or bus from Carrickfergus to Dublin?

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Dublin bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Donegall Place station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Dublin train arrive?

Carrickfergus to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Great Central station.

Can I drive from Carrickfergus to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrickfergus to Dublin is 184 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Carrickfergus to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1061+ hotels available in Dublin.

Carrickfergus to Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Dublin 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
best
1. Take the train from Carrickfergus to Belfast Great Central1 Lr->Gc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3h 12m
€27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Donegall Place563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel705x
4h 1m
Drive 184.1 km
1. Drive from Carrickfergus to Dublin184.1 km
1h 59m
€33–47
Bus via Dublin Busaras Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Joymount to Donegall Place563e / ...
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
4h 17m

Carrickfergus to Dublin by train

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Distance: 199 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

You can take a train from Carrickfergus to Dublin Connolly via Belfast Grand Central in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Joymount to The Gresham Hotel via Donegall Place and Europa Bus Centre in around 4h 1m.

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