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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Thurles is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Thurles is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Thurles?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast station to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 11 and arriving at Thurles via Airport Zone 16 and Portlaoise JFL Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Thurles?

No, there is no direct train from Belfast to Thurles. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Thurles via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Belfast to Thurles?

The distance between Belfast and Thurles is 321 km. The road distance is 300.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Thurles without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Belfast to Thurles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Thurles bus from?

Belfast to Thurles bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Thurles train from?

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

Train or bus from Belfast to Thurles?

The best way to get from Belfast to Thurles is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €160 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Belfast to Thurles bus arrive?

Belfast to Thurles bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Belfast to Thurles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belfast to Thurles?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Thurles is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Belfast to Thurles.

Where can I stay near Thurles?

There are 81+ hotels available in Thurles.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
4h 19m
€33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Burgh Quaybus 785
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Thurlestrain Ic / ...
4h 28m
€34–165
Drive 300.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Thurlescar 300.4 km
3h 21m
€54–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 726
3. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Thurlesbus
6h 56m
€35–156

Belfast to Thurles by train and tram

127Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 321.2 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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 19m. 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 56m.

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