What is the cheapest way to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which costs £35 - £150 and takes 7h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford Castle and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford Castle to Belfast station. However, there are services departing from Cong and arriving at Grand Central Station Stand 11 via Claremorris and Dublin Airport T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford Castle and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford Castle to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Claremorris and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Ashford Castle to Belfast?

The distance between Ashford Castle and Belfast is 274 miles. The road distance is 182.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ashford Castle to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 7h 33m and costs £35 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast?

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashford Castle to Belfast bus from?

Ashford Castle to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Claremorris station.

Where do I catch the Ashford Castle to Belfast train from?

Ashford Castle to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Claremorris station.

Train or bus from Ashford Castle to Belfast?

The best way to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast is to train which takes 7h 33m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin Airport (DUB), which costs £35 - £150 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Ashford Castle to Belfast bus arrive?

Ashford Castle to Belfast bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Airport Zone 11 station.

Where does the Ashford Castle to Belfast train arrive?

Ashford Castle to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Ashford Castle to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford Castle to Belfast is 182 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Ashford Castle to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1240+ hotels available in Belfast.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashford Castle to Belfast by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Claremorris to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
7h 33m
£35–52
Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
1. Take the bus from Claremorris to Airport Zone 11bus 721
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
7h 44m
£35–147
Drive 181.1 mi
1. Drive from Ashford Castle to Belfastcar 181.1 mi
4h 1m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Claremorris to Derry Bus Stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from Foyle Street Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 7bus 212 / ...
8h 19m

Ashford Castle to Belfast by foot, bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 272.3 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Ashford Castle, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a vehicle from Ashford Castle to Belfast Grand Central via Cong, Claremorris Stn, Claremorris, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ashford Castle to Grand Central Station Stand 11 via Cong, Claremorris, and Dublin Airport T1 in around 7h 44m.

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