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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Castlerock is to train which costs £25 - £40 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Castlerock is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Castlerock via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Dublin to Castlerock?

The distance between Dublin and Castlerock is 180 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Castlerock without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Dublin to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Castlerock train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Castlerock?

The best way to get from Dublin to Castlerock is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Dublin to Castlerock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Castlerock is 145 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Dublin to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 701+ hotels available in Castlerock.

Dublin to Castlerock - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dublin to Castlerock by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerocktrain Rail
4h 37m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Coleraine Buscentrebus 218 / ...
6h 16m
Drive 144.1 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Castlerockcar 144.1 mi
3h 1m
£35–51

Dublin to Castlerock by train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Castlerock via Belfast Great Central in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Gresham Hotel to Castlerock via Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street, Coleraine Buscentre, and Coleraine in around 6h 16m.

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