What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland is to bus which costs €12 - €22 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

The fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Ireland and Ireland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Glengall Street and arriving at Westland Row. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Northern Ireland and Ireland?

No, there is no direct train from Northern Ireland to Ireland. However, there are services departing from Belfast Great Central and arriving at Dublin Pearse via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

The distance between Northern Ireland and Ireland is 181 km. The road distance is 168.3 km.

How do I travel from Northern Ireland to Ireland without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €16 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Ireland bus from?

Northern Ireland to Ireland bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Glengall Street station.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Ireland train from?

Northern Ireland to Ireland train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs €16 - €25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €22 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Ireland bus arrive?

Northern Ireland to Ireland bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Westland Row station.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Ireland train arrive?

Northern Ireland to Ireland train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Ireland to Ireland is 168 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Northern Ireland to Ireland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

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Where can I stay near Ireland?

There are 1088+ hotels available in Ireland.

Northern Ireland to Ireland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland 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 Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2h 22m
€17–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Westland Rowbus 785
2h 35m
€12–22
Drive 168.3 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Dublincar 168.3 km
1h 45m
€29–42
Bus via Burlington Road
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2h 54m
€19–24

Northern Ireland to Ireland by train

165Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland.

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Distance: 180.7 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Northern Ireland and Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Belfast Great Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Dublin Express operates a bus from Glengall Street to Westland Row hourly. Tickets cost €12–22 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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