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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Larne is to train which costs £20 - £30 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Larne is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Larne?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Larne. However, there are services departing from The Gresham Hotel and arriving at Circular Road via Bridge Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Larne?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin to Larne. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Larne Town via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Dublin to Larne?

The distance between Dublin and Larne is 138 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Larne without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £20 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Dublin to Larne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Larne bus from?

Dublin to Larne bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from The Gresham Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Larne train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Larne?

The best way to get from Dublin to Larne is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £20 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 256 bus, which costs and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Dublin to Larne bus arrive?

Dublin to Larne bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Where does the Dublin to Larne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Larne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Larne is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Dublin to Larne.

Where can I stay near Larne?

There are 225+ hotels available in Larne.

Dublin to Larne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 256 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dublin to Larne 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 Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain Rail
3h 48m
£21–30
Bus, line 256 bus
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Circular Roadbus 256 / ...
4h 19m
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Larnecar 126.8 mi
2h 7m
£31–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain Rail
4h 30m

Dublin to Larne by train

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.3 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Larne Town via Belfast Great Central in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Gresham Hotel to Circular Road via Europa Bus Centre and Bridge Street in around 4h 19m.

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