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Post by goinsumwhere on Dec 16, 2009 17:33:08 GMT -5
Hi all - I'm planning a trip to UK/Ireland this summer and am wondering what is the best way to get from Belfast to Dublin. I was thinkin train, but I can't figure out how many transfers there would be, and how the border crossing would work.
thanks!
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Post by Eagle on Dec 16, 2009 17:43:09 GMT -5
goinsumwhere,
First of all, welcome to GFE!
The trip from Belfast to Dublin is very easy by train. Depending on where you're staying in Belfast, you may have to take a Taxi or whatever to the station (that's what I usually do).
I don't recall any "transfers" on that route. If you travel from Belfast Central to Dublin Connolly, you should be able to get a direct train. It's a very pleasant trip of about 2 hours.
Again, when you arrive in Dublin you might consider a Taxi to your Hotel (there's LOTS of them). You may also be able to use a Bus or other local transport to your Hotel, but I usually take a cab so don't have any information on that.
If you need any additional details, post another note.
Happy travels!
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Post by goinsumwhere on Dec 16, 2009 20:12:01 GMT -5
thanks eagle
Which rail service offers this route? I've looked at IE and NIR and both websites can't seem to compute a cross-border trip. Oh well, from what you say it seems I can just show up and get a ticket. Do you know a ballpark cost?
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Post by Eagle on Dec 17, 2009 1:21:57 GMT -5
goinsumwhere,Have a look at www.irishrail.ie/home/ and check schedules for Belfast Central to Dublin Connolly. Also have a look at www.translink.co.uk/future/ENT_5_O.asp. As I recall, the fare was about €38 for one-way travel from Dublin to Belfast. For travel in the reverse direction, current fares for a single one-way are £28 (keep in mind these may change prior to your trip - note the difference in currencies). Check the Enterprise Fares on the Translink website. Cheers!
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