What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin Airport to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin Airport to Belfast is to bus which costs £12 - £120 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin Airport to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Dublin Airport to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin Airport and Belfast?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal 1 Zone 2 and arriving at Europa Bus Centre. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin Airport and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin Airport to Belfast. However, there are services departing from The Point and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Dublin Airport to Belfast?

The distance between Dublin Airport and Belfast is 98 miles. The road distance is 98.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dublin Airport to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin Airport to Belfast without a car is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs £12 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Dublin Airport to Belfast?

The bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dublin Airport to Belfast bus from?

Dublin Airport to Belfast bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

Where do I catch the Dublin Airport to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin Airport to Belfast?

The best way to get from Dublin Airport to Belfast is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs £12 - £120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Dublin Airport to Belfast bus arrive?

Dublin Airport to Belfast bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Where does the Dublin Airport to Belfast train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin Airport to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin Airport to Belfast is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Dublin Airport to Belfast.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dublin Airport to Belfast?

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There are 3 ways to get from Dublin Airport to Belfast by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
1h 50m
£12–120
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1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2h 55m
£19–37
Drive 97.8 mi
1. Drive from Dublin Airport to Belfastcar 97.8 mi
1h 35m
£24–35

Dublin Airport to Belfast by bus

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Distance: 97.3 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Dublin Airport, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

Aircoach operates a bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre hourly. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route. 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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