What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan?

The fastest way to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast City Airport (BHD) and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from George Best Belfast City Airport and arriving at Balbriggan via Grand Central Station Stand 11 and Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast City Airport (BHD) and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Balbriggan via Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan?

The distance between Belfast City Airport (BHD) and Balbriggan is 154 km. The road distance is 143.7 km.

How do I travel from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €20 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan bus from?

Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €160 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan train arrive?

Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Drogheda station.

Can I drive from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 159+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

Can I share a ride from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Belfast City Airport (BHD) and Balbriggan. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic
2h 44m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
3h 46m
€36–160
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Belfast City-BHD to Balbrigganrideshare 143.7 km
1h 30m
Drive 143.7 km
1. Drive from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggancar 143.7 km
1h 30m
€26–37

Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Balbriggan by bus and train

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Distance: 153.8 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Belfast City Airport (BHD), 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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