What is the cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Belfast Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Dundalk Bus Stn and arriving at Grand Central Station Stand 11 via Newry Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Belfast Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Belfast Lanyon Place via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station?

The distance between Dundalk and Belfast Central Station is 60 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

How do I travel from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Belfast Central Station bus from?

Dundalk to Belfast Central Station bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Dundalk Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Belfast Central Station train from?

Dundalk to Belfast Central Station train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 160 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Dundalk to Belfast Central Station bus arrive?

Dundalk to Belfast Central Station bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Newry station.

Where does the Dundalk to Belfast Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Belfast Central Station is 53 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station.

Where can I stay near Belfast Central Station?

There are 1282+ hotels available in Belfast Central Station.

Dundalk to Belfast Central Station - 3 ways to travel via train

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There are 3 ways to get from Dundalk to Belfast Central Station by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
1h 20m
£16–23
Drive 52.7 mi
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1. Drive from Dundalk to Belfast Central Stationcar 52.7 mi
57 min
£13–19
Line 160 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Newrybus 160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newry Bus Station to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus 238 / ...
2h 45m

Dundalk to Belfast Central Station by train

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Distance: 59.2 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Dundalk, Ireland and Belfast Central Station, Northern Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Central hourly. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Belfast Central Station via Newry, Newry Bus Station, and Grand Central Station Stand 11 in around 2h 45m.

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