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

The cheapest way to get from Rathmines to Belfast is to bus via Eden Quay which costs £12 - £35 and takes 3h 12m.

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 £26 - £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 Durham Street via Custom House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Rathmines to Belfast?

The distance between Rathmines and Belfast is 108 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 bus via Eden Quay which takes 3h 12m and costs £12 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m 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 National Express, depart from Custom House station.

Train or bus from Rathmines to Belfast?

The best way to get from Rathmines to Belfast is to bus via Eden Quay which takes 3h 12m and costs £12 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £28 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Rathmines to Belfast bus arrive?

Rathmines to Belfast bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Grand Central Station Durham Street.

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 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 via Eden Quay
best
1. Take the bus from Custom House to Grand Central Station Durham Street785
3h 12m
£12–31
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
3h 23m
£19–27
Drive 104.6 mi
1. Drive from Rathmines to Belfast104.6 mi
1h 47m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 1X1
3h 50m

Rathmines to Belfast by bus

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 107 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

National Express operates a bus from Custom House to Grand Central Station Durham Street hourly. Tickets cost £20–29 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Dublin Express also services this route hourly. 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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