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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Swords is to bus and line 41 bus which costs €7 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Swords is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Swords?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Swords. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station and arriving at Swords Castle via Airport Zone 15. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Swords?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Swords. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Malahide via Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Belfast to Swords?

The distance between Belfast and Swords is 164 km. The road distance is 152 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Swords without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €22 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Belfast to Swords, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Swords bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Belfast to Swords train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Swords?

The best way to get from Belfast to Swords is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €22 - €130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Belfast to Swords bus arrive?

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

Where does the Belfast to Swords train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Swords?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Swords is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Belfast to Swords.

Where can I stay near Swords?

There are 1104+ hotels available in Swords.

Belfast to Swords - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 101 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Belfast to Swords by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1bus 785
2h 20m
€23–128
Bus, line 41 bus
cheapest
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 Swords Castlebus 33 / ...
3h 46m
€7
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Drogheda Stn to Seatownbus 101
2h 47m
€29–41
Drive 152 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Swordscar 152 km
1h 32m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Droghedatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Drogheda to Malahidetrain Re / ...
2h 51m
€23–33

Belfast to Swords by bus

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Distance: 164 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Swords, Ireland?

Dublin Express operates a bus from Grand Central Station to Terminal 1 Zone 1 hourly. Tickets cost €19–130 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Waterside via Drogheda, Malahide, and Malahide Stn in around 2h 51m.

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