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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Dublin is to bus which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast Central Station to Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €29 - €45.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Europa Bus Centre and arriving at The Gresham Hotel. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Belfast Central Station to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Belfast Lanyon Place and arriving at Dublin Connolly via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Belfast Central Station to Dublin?

The distance between Belfast Central Station and Dublin is 182 km. The road distance is 169.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast Central Station to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Belfast Central Station to Dublin, including transfers.

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

Belfast Central Station to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Europa Bus Centre station.

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

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

Train or bus from Belfast Central Station to Dublin?

The best way to get from Belfast Central Station to Dublin is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Belfast Central Station to Dublin bus arrive?

Belfast Central Station to Dublin bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at The Gresham Hotel station.

Where does the Belfast Central Station to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast Central Station to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast Central Station to Dublin is 169 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Belfast Central Station to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1235+ hotels available in Dublin.

Belfast Central Station to Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Belfast Central Station to Dublin by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2h 39m
€26–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2h 43m
€15–21
Drive 169.2 km
1. Drive from Belfast Central Station to Dublincar 169.2 km
1h 46m
€30–44
Bus via Dublin Busaras Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
3h 30m

Belfast Central Station to Dublin by train

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Distance: 181.7 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel hourly. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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