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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Holywood is to bus via Laganside Bus Station which costs £13 - £18 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Holywood is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Holywood?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin station to Holywood 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 21m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Holywood?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin to Holywood. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Holywood via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Dublin to Holywood?

The distance between Dublin and Holywood is 118 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Holywood without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Dublin to Holywood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Holywood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dublin to Holywood train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Holywood?

The best way to get from Dublin to Holywood is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Dublin to Holywood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dublin to Holywood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Holywood?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Holywood is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Dublin to Holywood.

Where can I stay near Holywood?

There are 1262+ hotels available in Holywood.

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

How to get fromDublin to Holywood

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2h 39m
£22–32
Bus via Laganside Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
3h 55m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
3h 21m
Drive 110.3 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Holywoodcar 110.3 mi
1h 52m
£27–39

Dublin to Holywood by train

294Weekly Trains

2h 39mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dublin to Holywood.

Launch map view

Distance: 117.7 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Holywood, 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, Translink operates a bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11 hourly, and the journey takes 2h 50m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.