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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Leinster is to train which costs €19 - €28 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Leinster is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Leinster?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Leinster. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Skerries via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Leinster?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Leinster. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Skerries via Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Belfast to Leinster?

The distance between Belfast and Leinster is 151 km. The road distance is 144.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Leinster without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs €19 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Belfast to Leinster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Leinster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Belfast to Leinster train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Leinster?

The best way to get from Belfast to Leinster is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs €19 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €140 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Belfast to Leinster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Belfast to Leinster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Leinster?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Leinster is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Belfast to Leinster.

Where can I stay near Leinster?

There are 157+ hotels available in Leinster.

Belfast to Leinster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 33 bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic
2h 21m
€19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 15 to Skerriesbus 33A
3h 45m
€23–137
Drive 144.5 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Skerriescar 144.5 km
1h 33m
€26–38
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Gardiner St Lwr to Skerriesbus 33 / ...
4h 57m

Belfast to Leinster by train

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Distance: 150.8 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Leinster, 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 Skerries via Terminal 1 Zone 1 and Airport Zone 15 in around 3h 45m.

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