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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Belfast to Dublin

Composite routes from Belfast to Dublin

Cheapest
1 h 45 min
Car
168 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 25 min
Bus
142 km.
from €27.17
Details

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Dublin,
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$44.30

Bus operators

Aircoach

Phone:
+353 0 1 844 7118
Email:
info@aircoach.ie
Website:
aircoach.ie/
Bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Dublin,
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Dublin Express

Phone:
+353 1 903 9508
Website:
dublinexpress.ie/
Bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Dublin,
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Dublin is to train which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel). Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Great Victoria Street and arriving at Dublin Connolly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Belfast to Dublin?

The distance between Belfast and Dublin is 179 km. The road distance is 169.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 .

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

The train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Dublin bus from?

Belfast to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Dublin train from?

Belfast to Dublin train services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Great Victoria Street station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Dublin?

The best way to get from Belfast to Dublin is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $16.30 - $23.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27.17 - $38.04 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Belfast to Dublin bus arrive?

Belfast to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel) station.

Where does the Belfast to Dublin train arrive?

Belfast to Dublin train services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Dublin is 169 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Belfast to Dublin.

How do I get a bus ticket from Belfast to Dublin?

Book your Belfast to Dublin bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1036+ hotels available in Dublin. Prices start at $62.57 per night.
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