What is the cheapest way to get from Lisburn to Howth?

The cheapest way to get from Lisburn to Howth is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lisburn to Howth?

The fastest way to get from Lisburn to Howth is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Lisburn and Howth?

No, there is no direct bus from Lisburn to Howth. However, there are services departing from Sprucefield Shopping Centre and arriving at Main Street Howth via Busáras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Lisburn and Howth?

No, there is no direct train from Lisburn to Howth. However, there are services departing from Lisburn and arriving at Howth via Portadown and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Lisburn to Howth?

The distance between Lisburn and Howth is 181 km. The road distance is 155 km.

How do I travel from Lisburn to Howth without a car?

The best way to get from Lisburn to Howth without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Lisburn to Howth?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Lisburn to Howth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Howth bus from?

Lisburn to Howth bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Sprucefield Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Howth train from?

Lisburn to Howth train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portadown station.

Train or bus from Lisburn to Howth?

The best way to get from Lisburn to Howth is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Lisburn to Howth bus arrive?

Lisburn to Howth bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Where does the Lisburn to Howth train arrive?

Lisburn to Howth train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Lisburn to Howth?

Yes, the driving distance between Lisburn to Howth is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Lisburn to Howth.

Where can I stay near Howth?

There are 1115+ hotels available in Howth.

Lisburn to Howth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lisburn to Howth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2h 51m
€23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Busáras to Main Street Howthbus 6 / ...
3h 25m
Drive 155 km
1. Drive from Lisburn to Howthcar 155 km
1h 45m
€28–40
Bus via Grand Central Station
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
4h 49m
€26–145

Lisburn to Howth by train

243Weekly Trains

2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.8 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Lisburn, Northern Ireland and Howth, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portadown to Dublin Connolly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Main Street Howth via Busáras in around 3h 25m.

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