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

The cheapest way to get from NUIG to Belfast is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from NUIG to Belfast is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between NUIG and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from NUIG station to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Galway Coach Station and arriving at Glengall Street via Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between NUIG and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from NUIG to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Great Victoria Street via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from NUIG to Belfast?

The distance between NUIG and Belfast is 232 miles. The road distance is 188 miles.

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

The best way to get from NUIG to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from NUIG to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the NUIG to Belfast bus from?

NUIG to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Galway Coach Station.

Where do I catch the NUIG to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from NUIG to Belfast?

The best way to get from NUIG to Belfast is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the NUIG to Belfast bus arrive?

NUIG to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the NUIG to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from NUIG to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between NUIG to Belfast is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from NUIG to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

There are 4 ways to get from NUIG to Belfast by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Station to Dublin Airport Zone 11760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 to Glengall Street785
4h 45m
£33–52
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
6h 18m
£34–49
Drive 186.9 mi
1. Drive from NUIG to Belfast186.9 mi
3h 43m
£47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Galway, Bus Station to Derry Londonderry Foyle Buscentre64
2. Take the train from Londonderry to Belfast Grand Central0
8h 48m
£42–59

NUIG to Belfast by foot and bus

249Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.3 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a vehicle from NUIG to Glengall Street via Galway Coach Station, Dublin Airport Zone 11, and Dublin Airport Terminal 1 Zone 1 in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from NUIG to Great Victoria Street via Galway, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 6h 18m.

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