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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dublin to Belfast
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
15
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 €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 15 trains that leave Dublin for Belfast on Wed, Jul 22, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 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 Wed, Jul 22 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.
5:50 AM2h08Dublin7:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers- 6:50 AM2h08Dublin8:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
- 7:40 AM2h18Dublin9:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM2h08Dublin10:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM2h08Dublin11:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
- 5:50 AM2h08Dublin7:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
- 6:50 AM2h08Dublin8:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM2h08Dublin10:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM2h08Dublin11:58 AMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
- 10:50 AM2h08Dublin12:58 PMBelfast€231One-way0 transfers
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 €12. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 141 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€23 Average price | €20 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* |
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Live departures
Dublin to Belfast train times
The table below shows live departures for Dublin to Belfast trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 9:50 AM Dublin | 2h08 | 11:58 AM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 AM Dublin | 2h08 | 12:58 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:50 AM Dublin | 2h08 | 1:58 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:50 PM Dublin | 2h08 | 2:58 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:50 PM Dublin | 2h08 | 3:58 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:50 PM Dublin | 2h10 | 5:00 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:50 PM Dublin | 2h10 | 6:00 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dublin to Belfast
Ireland
United Kingdom
Trains from Dublin to Belfast run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. 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 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 €23 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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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