Dublin to Belfast Trains

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Duration	2h 8m
Distance	105.2 miles
Average price	£21
Frequency	14/day

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Dublin

Belfast

The train between Dublin and Belfast takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Dublin to Belfast. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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Dublin Connolly
Belfast

2h 10m

£17 - £25

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Dublin to Belfast train times

Trains run hourly between Dublin and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 11:50 in the morning, and the last departure from Dublin is at 20:50 which arrives into Belfast at 22:58. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, July 12, 2025

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Departing Sunday, July 13, 2025

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dublin to Belfast? 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.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Belfast Grand Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

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How far is it from Dublin to Belfast?

The distance between Dublin and Belfast is 112 miles. The road distance is 105.2 miles.

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Where do I catch the Dublin to Belfast train from?

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

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Where does the Dublin to Belfast train arrive?

Dublin to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

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Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1324+ hotels available in Belfast. Prices start at £0 per night.

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What companies run services between Dublin and Belfast?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £13 - £19 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Translink also services this route hourly.

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