The average train between Belfast and Dublin quays takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Belfast to Dublin quays. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Belfast and Dublin quays. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belfast is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Dublin quays at 11:27 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Dublin quays. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Dublin quays station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Belfast to Dublin quays train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Belfast to Dublin quays train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.
The distance between Belfast and Dublin quays is 141 km. The road distance is 181 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Translink also services this route hourly.