What is the cheapest way to get from Thurles to Belfast?

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Belfast is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thurles to Belfast?

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Belfast is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Belfast?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Belfast Glengall via Portlaoise JFL Ave and Terminal 1 Zone 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Thurles and Belfast?

No, there is no direct train from Thurles to Belfast. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Belfast Grand Central via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Thurles to Belfast?

The distance between Thurles and Belfast is 201 miles. The road distance is 187.4 miles.

How do I travel from Thurles to Belfast without a car?

The best way to get from Thurles to Belfast without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Thurles to Belfast?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Thurles to Belfast, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Belfast bus from?

Thurles to Belfast bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Thurles station.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Belfast train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurles to Belfast?

The best way to get from Thurles to Belfast is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £28 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Thurles to Belfast bus arrive?

Thurles to Belfast bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Kellyville Park station.

Where does the Thurles to Belfast train arrive?

Thurles to Belfast train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Thurles to Belfast?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Belfast is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Thurles to Belfast.

Where can I stay near Belfast?

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Thurles to Belfast - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Thurles to Belfast by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic
4h 15m
£29–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Kellyville Parkbus
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus 726
3. Take the bus from Terminal 1 Zone 2 to Belfast Glengallbus
6h 4m
£24–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Grand Central Station Stand 11bus X1 / ...
4h 39m
£29–145
Drive 186.3 mi
1. Drive from Thurles to Belfastcar 186.3 mi
3h 20m
£46–67

Thurles to Belfast by train and tram

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.7 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Thurles, Ireland and Belfast, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Thurles to Belfast Grand Central via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thurles to Belfast Glengall via Kellyville Park, Portlaoise JFL Ave, Airport Zone 16, and Terminal 1 Zone 2 in around 6h 4m.

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