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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dublin to Belfast
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dublin to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dublin to Belfast will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Dublin for Belfast on Fri, Feb 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 20 the direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Fri, Feb 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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 train and bus for Dublin to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 141 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€27 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dublin to Belfast train times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Belfast trains for today, Thursday, February 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:50 PM Dublin | 2h10 | 7:00 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:50 PM Dublin | 2h08 | 7:58 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:50 PM Dublin | 2h08 | 8:58 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 PM Dublin | 2h08 | 10:58 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 20 | |||||
| 5:50 AM Dublin | 2h08 | 7:58 AM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:50 AM Dublin | 2h08 | 8:58 AM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:40 AM Dublin | 2h18 | 9:58 AM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Dublin | 2h08 | 10:58 AM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dublin to Belfast
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United Kingdom
Trains from Dublin to Belfast run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 20:50 |
Train companies: Translink UK from Dublin to Belfast trainsTranslink UK trains will get you between Dublin and Belfast from €13. 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 Dublin to Belfast
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dublin to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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