What is the cheapest way to get from County Kildare to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from County Kildare to Belfast is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Kildare to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from County Kildare to Belfast is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between County Kildare and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from County Kildare to Belfast. However, there are services departing from St Conleth's Church and arriving at Belfast Glengall via Terminal 1 Zone 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between County Kildare and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from County Kildare to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Newbridge and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Cherry Orchard and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from County Kildare to Belfast?

The distance between County Kildare and Belfast is 133 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

How do I travel from County Kildare to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from County Kildare to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs £17 - £26.

How long does it take to get from County Kildare to Belfast?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from County Kildare to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Kildare to Belfast bus from?

County Kildare to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from St Conleth's Church station.

Where do I catch the County Kildare to Belfast train from?

County Kildare to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from County Kildare to Belfast?

The best way to get from County Kildare to Belfast is to bus which takes 3h 27m and costs £17 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the County Kildare to Belfast bus arrive?

County Kildare to Belfast bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the County Kildare to Belfast train arrive?

County Kildare to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from County Kildare to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between County Kildare to Belfast is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from County Kildare to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

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County Kildare to Belfast - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from St Conleth's Church to Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus 705x
3h 27m
£18–26
Bus via Grand Central Station Stand 11
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Conleth's Church to Airport Zone 16bus 726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
3h 27m
£9–118
Train
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3h 37m
£23–33
Drive 123.6 mi
1. Drive from County Kildare to Belfastcar 123.6 mi
2h 27m
£31–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Littleconnell to Mayor Street Lowerbus 126 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
3h 51m
£19–27

County Kildare to Belfast by bus

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Distance: 131.8 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between County Kildare, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a bus from St Conleth's Church to Belfast Glengall via Airport Zone 16 and Terminal 1 Zone 2 in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Central hourly. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Translink also services this route hourly.

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