What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Shanes Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Shanes Castle is to bus via Bridge Street which costs £13 - £18 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Shanes Castle?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Shanes Castle is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Shanes Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin station to Shanes Castle. However, there are services departing from Dublin Busaras Bus Station and arriving at Edenduff Cottages via Antrim Buscentre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Shanes Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dublin to Shanes Castle. However, there are services departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Antrim via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Dublin to Shanes Castle?

The distance between Dublin and Shanes Castle is 137 miles. The road distance is 114.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dublin to Shanes Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Shanes Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £24 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Shanes Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Dublin to Shanes Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Shanes Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dublin to Shanes Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Shanes Castle?

The best way to get from Dublin to Shanes Castle is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £24 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Dublin to Shanes Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dublin to Shanes Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Shanes Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Shanes Castle is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Dublin to Shanes Castle.

Where can I stay near Shanes Castle?

There are 1298+ hotels available in Shanes Castle.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Antrimtrain Re / ...
4h 21m
£24–35
Bus via Bridge Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
5h 10m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1
5h 3m
Drive 113.6 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Shanes Castlecar 113.6 mi
2h 5m
£28–40

Dublin to Shanes Castle by train, bus, and foot

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Shanes Castle, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Shanes Castle via Belfast Grand Central, Antrim, Antrim Buscentre, and Edenduff Cottages in around 4h 21m. 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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