Explore London to Dublin by train

Thinking about travelling from London to Dublin by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of train tickets between London and Dublin

The cheapest train tickets from London to Dublin start at US$75.00. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, US$74. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around US$76.

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from London to Dublin is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

London to Dublin daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Dublin on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 32 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:27: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:30: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 01:34: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:25: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 20 minutes: frequency of train departures

What are the travel time and distance for trains from London to Dublin?

On this route spanning 464 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 6 hours and 15 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between London and Dublin?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from London to Dublin

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Dublin city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between London and Dublin by train?

The train journey from London to Dublin covers 464 kilometres in total.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from London to Dublin?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at US$75.00. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around US$74. If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically US$76.

How far in advance can I book my London to Dublin train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance.

How long does the train take from London to Dublin?

The fastest journey takes 6 hours and 15 minutes.