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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Belfast to Dublin
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belfast to Dublin will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Belfast for Dublin every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These 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 .
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 coach and train for Belfast to Dublin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Belfast to Dublin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 141 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £15 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* |
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Live departures
Belfast to Dublin train times
The table below shows live departures for Belfast to Dublin trains for today, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:00 Belfast | 2h13 | 12:13 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 25 December | |||||
| 06:00 Belfast | 2h23 | 08:23 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:00 Belfast | 2h20 | 09:20 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Belfast | 2h13 | 10:13 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:00 Belfast | 2h13 | 11:13 Dublin | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 £16 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
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 £16 |
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 £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Irish Rail
Trains from Belfast to Dublin
Regular train services depart Belfast Central railway station daily, with direct journeys to Connolly Rail Station in central Dublin. The first direct service departs Belfast Central at 6.45 a.m. each day, with the last service departing 8.05 p.m. each evening. Trains depart on average every 90 minutes, with more regular services scheduled in the early morning. Journey times from Belfast to Dublin take on average 2 hours 20 minutes, although some train journeys might take a little longer. Peak fares apply to services departing in the morning and late afternoon/early evening, with off-peak fares available outside of these hours and during weekends.
Belfast and Dublin Rail Stations
 Travelling | All direct train services from Belfast to Dublin depart Belfast Central rail station located in the heart of Belfast city. The train station is one of four scattered around the city, with readily available connections by local train and bus services. Those travelling to Belfast Central rail station late at night or early morning may prefer to use taxis to make their connections, although night buses are available on Saturdays. |
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 Arriving | Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland and one of the most culturally important and historic cities in Europe. It's famed for its nightlife, museums and exhibitions, with plenty of popular attractions for visitors of all ages. Most travellers arriving into Dublin by rail connection will arrive into Dublin Connolly railway station, one of the most important transport hubs in the country.Regular bus and tram connections link the station to the wider city, with dedicated bus and shuttle services for connections to ferry ports for those looking to travel further afield. |
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FAQs: Belfast to Dublin train
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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