Belfast to Dublin train with Translink

Sun, Jul 12
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Deutsche Bahn
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2,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Belfast to Dublin

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

€23

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 10 m

Trains per day

8

Distance

141 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Belfast to Dublin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Belfast to Dublin will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast trains

Of the 8 trains that leave Belfast for Dublin on Sun, Jul 12, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Translink
    8:05 AM2h15
    Belfast
    10:20 AMDublin
    231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Translink
    10:05 AM2h10
    Belfast
    12:15 PMDublin
    231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Translink
    12:05 PM2h10
    Belfast
    2:15 PMDublin
    231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Translink
    2:05 PM2h10
    Belfast
    4:15 PMDublin
    231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Translink
    4:05 PM2h10
    Belfast
    6:15 PMDublin
    231One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Belfast to Dublin

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 141 km

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Bus

€23

Average price

€18

Average price

Cheapest

2h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 50m

Average total duration

2h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Belfast to Dublin

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
IrelandIreland
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Trains from Belfast to Dublin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.

There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €12
Distance
141 km
Average train duration
2h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
€23
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
2h 10m
First train
6:00 AM
Last train
9:00 PM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €12

Train companies: Translink from Belfast to Dublin trainsTranslink trains will get you between Belfast and Dublin from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Translink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
€23
Translink frequency
18 a day

FAQs: Trains from Belfast to Dublin

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast to Dublin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dublin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Belfast to Dublin can start from as little as €23 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Belfast to Dublin is €23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Belfast to Dublin is 2h 10m to travel the 141 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Belfast to Dublin leaves at 6:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Belfast to Dublin leaves at 9:00 PM.
Yes,there are 12 direct trains a day from Belfast to Dublin with Translink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Belfast to Dublin, you can count on Translink for the best way to get you to Dublin. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Belfast and Dublin and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Dublin from Belfast is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Belfast and Dublin including taking a train and bus.

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