The average train between Belfast and Munster takes 5h 59m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Belfast to Munster. 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 every 3 hours between Belfast and Munster. 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 Munster at 8:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 5h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Belfast to Munster? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Munster. However, there are services departing from Belfast station and arriving at Munster station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.
Belfast to Munster train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.
Belfast to Munster train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Belfast and Munster is 311.3 km. The road distance is 448 km.
You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Cork via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h 28m.