What is the cheapest way to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena?

The cheapest way to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena is to train via Portadown which costs €16 - €27 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena?

The fastest way to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Lisburn and RDS Arena?

No, there is no direct bus from Lisburn to RDS Arena. However, there are services departing from Sprucefield Shopping Centre and arriving at RDS Ballsbridge via Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Lisburn and RDS Arena?

No, there is no direct train from Lisburn to RDS Arena. However, there are services departing from Lisburn and arriving at Sandymount via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Lisburn to RDS Arena?

The distance between Lisburn and RDS Arena is 172 km. The road distance is 157.1 km.

How do I travel from Lisburn to RDS Arena without a car?

The best way to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €20 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to RDS Arena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lisburn to RDS Arena train from?

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

Train or bus from Lisburn to RDS Arena?

The best way to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Lisburn to RDS Arena bus arrive?

Lisburn to RDS Arena bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Lisburn to RDS Arena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lisburn to RDS Arena?

Yes, the driving distance between Lisburn to RDS Arena is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Lisburn to RDS Arena.

Where can I stay near RDS Arena?

There are 1065+ hotels available in RDS Arena.

Lisburn to RDS Arena - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lisburn to RDS Arena by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lisburn to Dublin Connolly119 / ...
2h 28m
€20–29
Train via Portadown
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connolly1 Gc->Dn / ...
2h 57m
€17–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Dublin Airport T2X1
3h 5m
Drive 157.1 km
1. Drive from Lisburn to RDS Arena157.1 km
1h 39m
€28–40
Train via Belfast Grand Central
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3h 22m
€27–40

Lisburn to RDS Arena by train and foot

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2h 28mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.1 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Lisburn, Northern Ireland and RDS Arena, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Lisburn to Dublin Connolly once a week. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Translink also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Dublin Airport T2 hourly, and the journey takes 2h.

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