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

The cheapest way to get from Galway to Belfast is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs £30 - £40 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Galway to Belfast is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Galway and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Galway station to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Glengall Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Galway and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Galway to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Belfast Great Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Galway to Belfast?

The distance between Galway and Belfast is 231 miles. The road distance is 187.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galway to Belfast without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h and costs £30 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Galway to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galway to Belfast bus from?

Galway to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Galway to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Galway to Belfast?

The best way to get from Galway to Belfast is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 5h and costs £30 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Galway to Belfast bus arrive?

Galway to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Galway to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galway to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Galway to Belfast is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Galway to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1253+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Galway to Belfast by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Dublin Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall Streetbus 785
5h
£31–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
5h 22m
£30–44
Drive 186.7 mi
1. Drive from Galway to Belfastcar 186.7 mi
3h 44m
£46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Ceannt Station to Cavan Bus Stationbus 65
2. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 14bus 270
7h 20m

Galway to Belfast by bus

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Map of how to get from Galway to Belfast.

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Distance: 229.4 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a bus from Galway Coach Station to Glengall Street via Dublin Airport Zone 11 and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galway to Belfast Great Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 22m.

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