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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Balbriggan is to train which costs €18 - €27 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Balbriggan is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Balbriggan via Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Balbriggan?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Balbriggan via Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Belfast to Balbriggan?

The distance between Belfast and Balbriggan is 145 km. The road distance is 137.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Balbriggan without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €18 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Belfast to Balbriggan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Balbriggan bus from?

Belfast to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Balbriggan train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Balbriggan?

The best way to get from Belfast to Balbriggan is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €18 - €27. Alternatively, you can bus and line 101 bus, which costs €30 - €150 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Belfast to Balbriggan bus arrive?

Belfast to Balbriggan bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Terminal 1 Zone 1 station.

Where does the Belfast to Balbriggan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Balbriggan?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Balbriggan is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Belfast to Balbriggan.

Where can I stay near Balbriggan?

There are 161+ hotels available in Balbriggan.

Belfast to Balbriggan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 101 bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
2h 3m
€18–26
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Balbrigganbus 101
2h 46m
€34–150
Drive 137.8 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Balbriggancar 137.8 km
1h 25m
€25–36

Belfast to Balbriggan by train

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Distance: 144.8 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Belfast, 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, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station to Balbriggan via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 13 in around 2h 46m.

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