What is the cheapest way to get from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol?

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol is to bus via The Gresham Hotel which costs €18 - €24 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol?

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

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Kilmainham Gaol?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Kilmainham Gaol. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at South Circular Road via Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Kilmainham Gaol?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Suir Road via Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol?

The distance between Belfast and Kilmainham Gaol is 185 km. The road distance is 167.9 km.

How do I travel from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol without a car?

The best way to get from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €21 - €30.

How long does it take to get from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol?

The best way to get from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs €21 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €160 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol bus arrive?

Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Burgh Quay station.

Where does the Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol is 168 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol.

Where can I stay near Kilmainham Gaol?

There are 1242+ hotels available in Kilmainham Gaol.

Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2h 43m
€21–30
Bus via The Gresham Hotel
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
3h 3m
€19–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
2h 50m
€26–154
Drive 167.9 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Kilmainham Gaolcar 167.9 km
1h 46m
€30–43

Belfast to Kilmainham Gaol by train, tram, and foot

294Weekly Services

2h 43mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.9 km
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Kilmainham Gaol, 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, Dublin Express operates a bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quay hourly. Tickets cost €22–160 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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