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Trip Overview

The train between Dundalk and Belfast takes 1h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Dundalk 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.

1h 7m
Duration
58 mi
Distance
£9
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Dundalk to Belfast train times

Trains run hourly between Dundalk and Belfast. The earliest departure is at 12:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Dundalk is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Belfast at 10:58 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dundalk 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.

Map of how to get from Dundalk to Belfast.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 57.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 7m

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

Translink operates a train from Dundalk to Belfast Great Central hourly. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route hourly.

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