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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Rathcoole is to bus via Wellington Quay which costs €18 - €24 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Rathcoole is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Rathcoole?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Rathcoole. However, there are services departing from Europa Bus Centre and arriving at Holy Family NS via Wellington Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Rathcoole?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Rathcoole. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Heuston via Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Belfast to Rathcoole?

The distance between Belfast and Rathcoole is 200 km. The road distance is 178.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Rathcoole without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs €24 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Belfast to Rathcoole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Rathcoole bus from?

Belfast to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Europa Bus Centre station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Rathcoole train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Rathcoole?

The best way to get from Belfast to Rathcoole is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs €24 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus via Wellington Quay, which costs €18 - €24 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Belfast to Rathcoole bus arrive?

Belfast to Rathcoole bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at The Gresham Hotel station.

Where does the Belfast to Rathcoole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Rathcoole?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Rathcoole is 178 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Belfast to Rathcoole.

Where can I stay near Rathcoole?

There are 1155+ hotels available in Rathcoole.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
3h 13m
€24–33
Bus via Wellington Quay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
3h 28m
€19–24
Drive 178.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Rathcoolecar 178.4 km
1h 56m
€32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
3h 45m

Belfast to Rathcoole by train, tram, and bus

196Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.2 km
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Rathcoole, IE-D, 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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