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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Belfast is to train which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Belfast is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Belfast station. However, there are services departing from Dundalk Bus Stn and arriving at Grand Central Station Stand 11 via Newry Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundalk and arriving at Belfast Grand Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Belfast?

The distance between Dundalk and Belfast is 58 miles. The road distance is 52.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £7 - £11.

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

The train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Central takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Belfast bus from?

Dundalk to Belfast bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Dundalk Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Belfast train from?

Dundalk to Belfast train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Belfast?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Belfast is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £7 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 160 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £18 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Dundalk to Belfast bus arrive?

Dundalk to Belfast bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Newry Bus Stn station.

Where does the Dundalk to Belfast train arrive?

Dundalk to Belfast train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Belfast is 52 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Dundalk to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1208+ hotels available in Belfast.

Dundalk to Belfast - 3 ways to travel via train, line 160 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dundalk to Belfast by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
1h 8m
£7–11
Line 160 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Newry Bus Stnbus 160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus 238 / ...
2h 24m
£14–17
Drive 52 mi
1. Drive from Dundalk to Belfastcar 52 mi
55 min
£13–19

Dundalk to Belfast by train

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

Translink operates a train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Grand Central Station Stand 11 via Newry Bus Stn and Newry Bus Station in around 2h 24m.

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