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

The cheapest way to get from Rathmines to Belfast is to train which costs £19 - £28 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rathmines to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Rathmines and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Rathmines to Belfast station. However, there are services departing from Cathal Brugha Barracks and arriving at Grand Central Station Stand 21 via Dublin Busaras Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Rathmines to Belfast?

The distance between Rathmines and Belfast is 115 miles. The road distance is 105.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rathmines to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £19 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Rathmines to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rathmines to Belfast bus from?

Rathmines to Belfast bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Train or bus from Rathmines to Belfast?

The best way to get from Rathmines to Belfast is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £19 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Rathmines to Belfast bus arrive?

Rathmines to Belfast bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 21.

Can I drive from Rathmines to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Rathmines to Belfast is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Rathmines to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Belfast.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rathmines to Belfast 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 Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2h 53m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21X1
3h 26m
Drive 104.6 mi
1. Drive from Rathmines to Belfast104.6 mi
1h 47m
£26–38
Bus via Eden Quay
1. Take the bus from Custom House Quay to Glengall Street785
3h 29m

Rathmines to Belfast by bus and train

225Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.9 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Central hourly. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 21 every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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