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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Belfast to Dublin
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
141 km
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 €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 5 trains that leave Belfast for Dublin on Wed, Nov 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 bus which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 141 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Belfast to Dublin train times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Dublin trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 PM Belfast | 2h13 | 11:13 PM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
| 6:00 AM Belfast | 2h23 | 8:23 AM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 AM Belfast | 2h20 | 9:20 AM Dublin | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Belfast to Dublin
United Kingdom
Ireland
Trains from Belfast to Dublin run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 10 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 13m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Irish Rail from Belfast to Dublin trainsIrish Rail 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.
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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.
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