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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Belfast is to bus and train which costs £15 - £21 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Belfast is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Europa Bus Centre via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Belfast Great Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Kildare to Belfast?

The distance between Kildare and Belfast is 144 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £18 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Kildare to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Belfast bus from?

Kildare to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare station.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Belfast?

The best way to get from Kildare to Belfast is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £18 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £30 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Kildare to Belfast bus arrive?

Kildare to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Kildare to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Belfast is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Kildare to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1254+ hotels available in Belfast.

Kildare to Belfast - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kildare 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 Kildare to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
3h 31m
£19–27
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Mayor Street Lowerbus 126 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain Rail
4h 28m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
3h 57m
£21–29
Drive 124.8 mi
1. Drive from Kildare to Belfastcar 124.8 mi
2h 32m
£30–44
Bus via Grand Central Station Stand 11
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
4h 5m

Kildare to Belfast by train, tram, and foot

190Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Kildare to Belfast.

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Distance: 143.6 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Belfast Great Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare to Europa Bus Centre via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 2 in around 3h 57m.

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