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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Belfast is to bus which costs £14 - £20 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Swords Castle and arriving at Europa Bus Centre via Terminal 1 Zone 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Swords and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Swords to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Malahide and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Swords to Belfast?

The distance between Swords and Belfast is 102 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £14 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Swords to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swords to Belfast bus from?

Swords to Belfast bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where do I catch the Swords to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Swords to Belfast?

The best way to get from Swords to Belfast is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £14 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Swords to Belfast bus arrive?

Swords to Belfast bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Where does the Swords to Belfast train arrive?

Swords to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Drogheda station.

Can I drive from Swords to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Belfast is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Swords to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

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Swords to Belfast - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Swords to Belfast

Rome2Rio compared 5 ways to get from Swords to Belfast. The best route is Bus, a distance of 127.876 km.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2h 51m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Malahide to Droghedatrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2h 55m
£18–28
Drive 94.6 mi
1. Drive from Swords to Belfastcar 94.6 mi
1h 32m
£23–34
Bus via Grand Central Station Stand 11
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
2h 51m
£20–122
Bus via Grand Central Station
1. Take the bus from Terminal 2 Zone 21 to Grand Central Stationbus 785
3h 17m
£20–122

Swords to Belfast by bus

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.1 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

Aircoach operates a bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre hourly. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swords Pavilions to Belfast Grand Central via Malahide Stn, Malahide, and Drogheda in around 2h 55m.

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