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Compare train and coach for Dublin to Belfast
The cheapest option from Dublin to Belfast is coach, with an average price of £18. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Dublin to Belfast among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 141 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dublin to Belfast
Typically, there are 12 trains per day from Dublin to Belfast, including 12 direct trains, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
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 |
Lowest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 20:50 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
FAQs: Dublin to Belfast train
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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