What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus is to train which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin station to Carrickfergus station. However, there are services departing from Dublin Busaras Bus Station and arriving at Grand Central Station Stand 11 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Carrickfergus?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin to Carrickfergus. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Carrickfergus via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Dublin to Carrickfergus?

The distance between Dublin and Carrickfergus is 124 miles. The road distance is 115.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dublin to Carrickfergus without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £23 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Carrickfergus bus from?

Dublin to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Carrickfergus train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Carrickfergus?

The best way to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Dublin to Carrickfergus bus arrive?

Dublin to Carrickfergus bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where does the Dublin to Carrickfergus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Carrickfergus?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Carrickfergus is 116 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Dublin to Carrickfergus.

Where can I stay near Carrickfergus?

There are 1210+ hotels available in Carrickfergus.

Dublin to Carrickfergus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dublin to Carrickfergus by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Carrickfergustrain Re / ...
2h 54m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
3h 36m
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Carrickferguscar 115 mi
1h 58m
£28–41
Bus via Pottinger's Entry High Street
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Pottinger's Entry High Street to Joymountbus 563e / ...
3h 51m

Dublin to Carrickfergus by train

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Distance: 123.7 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Carrickfergus via Belfast Grand Central in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11 hourly, and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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