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

The cheapest way to get from Ireland to Belfast is to train which costs £14 - £22 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ireland to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ireland and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Westland Row and arriving at Grand Central Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ireland and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Ireland to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Dublin Pearse and arriving at Belfast Great Central via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Ireland to Belfast?

The distance between Ireland and Belfast is 113 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ireland to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £14 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Ireland to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Belfast bus from?

Ireland to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Westland Row station.

Where do I catch the Ireland to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Ireland to Belfast?

The best way to get from Ireland to Belfast is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £14 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £130 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Ireland to Belfast bus arrive?

Ireland to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Grand Central Station.

Where does the Ireland to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ireland to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ireland to Belfast is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Ireland to Belfast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ireland to Belfast?

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Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Belfast.

Ireland to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 700 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ireland to Belfast 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 Dublin Connolly - Belfast Great Central
2h 39m
£14–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Westland Row to Grand Central Stationbus 785
2h 45m
£19–130
Drive 104.8 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Belfastcar 104.8 mi
1h 46m
£26–38
Line 700 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Parade to Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2bus 700
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
3h 14m
£20–28

Ireland to Belfast by train

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Distance: 112.2 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Translink operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Central hourly. Tickets cost £17–25 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Dublin Express operates a bus from Westland Row to Grand Central Station hourly. Tickets cost £19–130 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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