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How to get fromBelfast to Thurlesby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain train Ic
    2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Thurlestrain train Ic / ...
    4h 20m
    €33–48

  2. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus bus 785
    2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Thurlestrain train Ic / ...
    4h 29m
    €35–168

  3. Drive 300.4 km

    1. Drive from Belfast to Thurlescar car 300.4 km
    3h 21m
    €53–77

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus bus X1 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avebus bus 726
    3. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Thurlesbus bus 858
    6h 59m
    €35–159

Belfast to Thurles by train and tram

Calendar125Weekly Services
Duration4h 20mAverage Duration
Ticket€33Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 321.2 km
  • Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Thurles via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Thurles via Dublin Airport T2, Airport Zone 16, and Portlaoise JFL Ave in around 6h 59m.

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