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

The cheapest way to get from Swords to Northern Ireland is to bus which costs £14 - £20 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swords to Northern Ireland is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Swords and Northern Ireland?

No, there is no direct bus from Swords to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Swords Castle and arriving at Europa Bus Centre via Terminal 1 Zone 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Swords and Northern Ireland?

No, there is no direct train from Swords to Northern Ireland. However, there are services departing from Malahide and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Drogheda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Swords to Northern Ireland?

The distance between Swords and Northern Ireland is 102 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swords to Northern Ireland without a car is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £14 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Swords to Northern Ireland, including transfers.

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

Swords to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from Terminal 1 Zone 2 station.

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

Swords to Northern Ireland train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Malahide station.

Train or bus from Swords to Northern Ireland?

The best way to get from Swords to Northern Ireland is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £14 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Swords to Northern Ireland bus arrive?

Swords to Northern Ireland bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Where does the Swords to Northern Ireland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swords to Northern Ireland?

Yes, the driving distance between Swords to Northern Ireland is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Swords to Northern Ireland.

Where can I stay near Northern Ireland?

There are 1297+ hotels available in Northern Ireland.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2h 51m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Malahide to Droghedatrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Drogheda to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2h 52m
£18–28
Drive 94.6 mi
1. Drive from Swords to Belfastcar 94.6 mi
1h 32m
£24–34
Bus via Grand Central Station Stand 11
1. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
2h 51m
£19–122

Swords to Northern Ireland by bus

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Distance: 101.1 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Swords, Ireland and Northern Ireland?

Aircoach operates a bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Europa Bus Centre hourly. Tickets cost £12–18 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swords Pavilions to Belfast Grand Central via Malahide Stn, Malahide, and Drogheda in around 2h 52m.

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