What is the cheapest way to get from Birr to Northern Ireland?

The cheapest way to get from Birr to Northern Ireland is to bus which costs £21 - £29 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birr to Northern Ireland?

The fastest way to get from Birr to Northern Ireland is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birr and Northern Ireland?

No, there is no direct bus from Birr to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Birr and arriving at Belfast Glengall via The Gresham Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Birr and Northern Ireland?

No, there is no direct train from Birr to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Tullamore and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Birr to Northern Ireland?

The distance between Birr and Northern Ireland is 194 miles. The road distance is 153.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birr to Northern Ireland without a car?

The best way to get from Birr to Northern Ireland without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £30 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Birr to Northern Ireland?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Birr to Northern Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birr to Northern Ireland bus from?

Birr to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Birr station.

Where do I catch the Birr to Northern Ireland train from?

Birr to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Tullamore station.

Train or bus from Birr to Northern Ireland?

The best way to get from Birr to Northern Ireland is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £29 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Birr to Northern Ireland bus arrive?

Birr to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Birr to Northern Ireland train arrive?

Birr to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Birr to Northern Ireland?

Yes, the driving distance between Birr to Northern Ireland is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Birr to Northern Ireland.

Where can I stay near Northern Ireland?

There are 1246+ hotels available in Northern Ireland.

Birr to Northern Ireland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birr to Northern Ireland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tullamore to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
4h 44m
£31–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birr to Bachelors Walkbus 845 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Belfast Glengallbus 705x
5h 31m
£21–28
Drive 152.3 mi
1. Drive from Birr to Belfastcar 152.3 mi
3h 8m
£37–54
Bus via Portlaoise
1. Take the bus from Birr to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 823
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus 726
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
5h 58m
£29–139

Birr to Northern Ireland by bus, train, and tram

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4h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.9 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Birr, Ireland and Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from Birr to Belfast Grand Central via Spollanstown, Tullamore, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birr to Belfast Glengall via Bachelors Walk and The Gresham Hotel in around 5h 31m.

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