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

The cheapest way to get from Laytown to Belfast is to train which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laytown to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Laytown and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Laytown to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Laytown and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Laytown to Belfast?

The distance between Laytown and Belfast is 85 miles. The road distance is 80.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Laytown to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £11 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Laytown to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laytown to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Laytown to Belfast?

The best way to get from Laytown to Belfast is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £11 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Laytown to Belfast train arrive?

Laytown to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Laytown to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Laytown to Belfast is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Laytown to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1266+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Laytown 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 Drogheda to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2h 16m
£12–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central184 / ...
2h 37m
Drive 80.5 mi
1. Drive from Laytown to Belfast80.5 mi
1h 26m
£20–29
Train via Great Victoria Street
1. Take the train from Drogheda to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
2h 27m
£15–23

Laytown to Belfast by train

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Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central hourly. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a bus from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Central 4 times a week, and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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