What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast is to bus via The Gresham Hotel which costs £15 - £21 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin Terminal 1 and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Ferry Port Termnl 1 and arriving at Europa Bus Centre via The Gresham Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin Terminal 1 and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast?

The distance between Dublin Terminal 1 and Belfast is 116 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £19 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast bus from?

Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from The Gresham Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast train from?

Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.

Train or bus from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast?

The best way to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £19 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus via The Gresham Hotel, which costs £15 - £21 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast bus arrive?

Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Where does the Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast train arrive?

Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

There are 1292+ hotels available in Belfast.

Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2h 46m
£19–27
Bus via The Gresham Hotel
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
3h 43m
£15–20
Drive 104 mi
1. Drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfastcar 104 mi
1h 46m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
3h 47m

Dublin Terminal 1 to Belfast by bus and train

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Distance: 115.7 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Dublin Terminal 1, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

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. Alternatively, Aircoach operates a bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centre hourly. Tickets cost £13–18 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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