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

The cheapest way to get from Lisburn to Dublin is to train which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lisburn to Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €27 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Lisburn and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sprucefield Shopping Centre and arriving at Dublin Busaras Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lisburn and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lisburn and arriving at Dublin Connolly. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Lisburn to Dublin?

The distance between Lisburn and Dublin is 168 km. The road distance is 156.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lisburn to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €15 - €21.

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

The train from Lisburn to Dublin Connolly takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Dublin bus from?

Lisburn to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Sprucefield Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Lisburn to Dublin train from?

Lisburn to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, depart from Lisburn station.

Train or bus from Lisburn to Dublin?

The best way to get from Lisburn to Dublin is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs €15 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Lisburn to Dublin bus arrive?

Lisburn to Dublin bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Busaras Bus Station.

Where does the Lisburn to Dublin train arrive?

Lisburn to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Lisburn to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Lisburn to Dublin is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Lisburn to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1168+ hotels available in Dublin.

Lisburn to Dublin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lisburn to Dublin by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lisburn to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2h 1m
€15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus X1
2h 30m
Drive 156.3 km
1. Drive from Lisburn to Dublincar 156.3 km
1h 39m
€28–41
Train via Portadown
1. Take the train from Portadown to Dublin Connollytrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
2h 29m
€16–23
Train via Belfast Grand Central
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic
2h 58m
€27–38

Lisburn to Dublin by train

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Distance: 167.8 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Translink operates a train from Lisburn to Dublin Connolly once a week. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route once a week. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Sprucefield Shopping Centre to Dublin Busaras Bus Station hourly, and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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