What is the cheapest way to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast is to train which costs £18 - £27 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Merchant's Quay and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Merchant's Quay to Belfast station. However, there are services departing from Arran Quay and arriving at Grand Central Station Durham Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Merchant's Quay and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Merchant's Quay to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Four Courts and arriving at Great Victoria Street via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Merchant's Quay to Belfast?

The distance between Merchant's Quay and Belfast is 106 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

How do I travel from Merchant's Quay to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £19 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merchant's Quay to Belfast bus from?

Merchant's Quay to Belfast bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arran Quay station.

Where do I catch the Merchant's Quay to Belfast train from?

Merchant's Quay to Belfast train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Merchant's Quay to Belfast?

The best way to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs £19 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Merchant's Quay to Belfast bus arrive?

Merchant's Quay to Belfast bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 14 station.

Where does the Merchant's Quay to Belfast train arrive?

Merchant's Quay to Belfast train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Merchant's Quay to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Merchant's Quay to Belfast is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Merchant's Quay to Belfast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Merchant's Quay to Belfast?

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Where can I stay near Belfast?

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Merchant's Quay to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merchant's Quay to Belfast by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arran Quay to Dublin Airport Zone 14782
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Grand Central Station Durham Street785
2h 46m
£19–47
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
3h 13m
£18–27
Drive 103.1 mi
1. Drive from Merchant's Quay to Belfast103.1 mi
1h 43m
£26–38
Line 782 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Merchant's Quay to Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 21782 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 2 Zone 20 to Europa Bus Centre705x
3h 30m
£22–28

Merchant's Quay to Belfast by foot and bus

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Distance: 105.6 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Merchant's Quay, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Merchant's Quay to Grand Central Station Durham Street via Arran Quay, Dublin Airport Zone 14, and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, Translink operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street hourly. Tickets cost £17–25 and the journey takes 2h 8m.

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