What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan is to drive which costs €24 - €40 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan?

The fastest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast Central Station and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast Central Station station to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 11 and arriving at Balbriggan via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast Central Station and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Belfast Lanyon Place and arriving at Balbriggan via Belfast Grand Central and Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan?

The distance between Belfast Central Station and Balbriggan is 147 km. The road distance is 138.7 km.

How do I travel from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €24 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan bus from?

Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan train from?

Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €150 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan train arrive?

Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Drogheda station.

Can I drive from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 159+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

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There are 3 ways to get from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
2h 29m
€24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
3h 26m
€33–148
Drive 138.7 km
1. Drive from Belfast Central Station to Balbriggancar 138.7 km
1h 27m
€25–36

Belfast Central Station to Balbriggan by train

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Distance: 147.1 km
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Belfast Central Station, Northern Ireland and Balbriggan, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Drogheda hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2 hourly, and the journey takes 2h 15m. Dublin Express also services this route hourly.

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