What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland is to bus via Burlington Road which costs €18 - €24 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

The fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Ireland and Ireland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grand Central Station station and arriving at Westland Row. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Northern Ireland and Ireland?

No, there is no direct train from Northern Ireland to Ireland. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Dublin Pearse via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

The distance between Northern Ireland and Ireland is 181 km. The road distance is 168.3 km.

How do I travel from Northern Ireland to Ireland without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs €21 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Ireland bus from?

Northern Ireland to Ireland bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Grand Central Station.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Ireland train from?

Northern Ireland to Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €150 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Ireland bus arrive?

Northern Ireland to Ireland bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Westland Row station.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Ireland train arrive?

Northern Ireland to Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Ireland to Ireland is 168 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Northern Ireland to Ireland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

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Where can I stay near Ireland?

There are 1239+ hotels available in Ireland.

Northern Ireland to Ireland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Northern Ireland to Ireland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2h 19m
€21–31
Bus via Burlington Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotelbus 705x
2h 54m
€19–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station to Westland Rowbus 785
2h 35m
€22–150
Drive 168.3 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Dublincar 168.3 km
1h 45m
€30–44

Northern Ireland to Ireland by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.6 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Northern Ireland and Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Dublin Express operates a bus from Grand Central Station to Westland Row hourly. Tickets cost €22–150 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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