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

The cheapest way to get from Castlebar to Belfast is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlebar to Belfast is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Castlebar and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlebar to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Glengall Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Castlebar and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Castlebar to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Castlebar and arriving at Belfast Great Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Castlebar to Belfast?

The distance between Castlebar and Belfast is 267 miles. The road distance is 169.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castlebar to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Castlebar to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Belfast bus from?

Castlebar to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Castlebar station.

Where do I catch the Castlebar to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlebar to Belfast?

The best way to get from Castlebar to Belfast is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Castlebar to Belfast bus arrive?

Castlebar to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 15 station.

Where does the Castlebar to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlebar to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlebar to Belfast is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Castlebar to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1246+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlebar to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain 1_Dn->Gc
6h 9m
£32–46
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Castlebar to Dublin Airport Zone 15bus 721
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall Streetbus 785
6h 25m
£33–41
Drive 169 mi
1. Drive from Castlebar to Belfastcar 169 mi
3h 25m
£41–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballina Humbert Street to Enniskillenbus 458
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 2bus 261 / ...
7h 28m

Castlebar to Belfast by train, tram, and foot

33Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlebar to Belfast.

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Distance: 265.7 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Castlebar to Belfast Great Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlebar to Glengall Street via Dublin Airport Zone 15 and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 in around 6h 25m.

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