Can you take a train from Edinburgh to Ireland?

Can you take a train from Edinburgh to Ireland?

Trains cover a distance of 218 miles (351 km) from Edinburgh to Dublin. They take an average duration of 5h 43min. Though there are direct trains, all trains require a change or two to connect to the Irish Sea via ferry. However, the average duration of the connecting trains is 10h 30min.

How long is the train from Edinburgh to Ireland?

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Dublin Ferryport train times

Is there a ferry from Edinburgh to Ireland?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ireland without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 12h 32m and costs .

Is there a train between Ireland and Scotland?

The best way to get from Ireland to Scotland without a car is to car ferry and train via Holyhead which takes 10h 36m and costs €170 – €550. How long does it take to get from Ireland to Scotland? It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Ireland to Scotland, including transfers.

How far is Edinburgh from Dublin by plane?

Distance between Edinburgh (EDI) and Dublin (DUB)

Flight distance from Edinburgh to Dublin (Edinburgh Airport – Dublin Airport) is 210 miles / 338 kilometers / 182 nautical miles. Estimated flight time is 53 minutes.

Is there a ferry from Scotland to Dublin?

Re: Ferries to Dublin? You can buy a ‘SailRail’ combined train and ferry ticket from anywhere in Scotland to Dublin via belfast (using the Stranraer-Belfast Stena Line ferry) for around £34 any day, any date.

Do I need a PCR test to enter Scotland from Ireland?

If you’re arriving in Scotland after this time, you do not need to: complete a Passenger Locator Form. take any COVID-19 tests before you leave for Scotland, or after you arrive.

Do you need a PCR test to enter Scotland from Ireland?

This means that you do not need to test, isolate or fill in a passenger locator form if: you’re travelling to Scotland from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Isle of Man, Jersey or Guernsey. you have not travelled anywhere other than these areas in the 10 days before you arrive in Scotland.

How long is the ferry ride from Dublin to Scotland?

The best way to get from Dublin to Scotland without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 10h 7m and costs .

How long does it take on a ferry from Ireland to Scotland?

around 2 hours 22 minutes
The Belfast Cairnryan ferry route connects Northern Ireland with Scotland. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Stena Line. The crossing operates up to 35 times each week with sailing durations from around 2 hours 22 minutes.

Do you need a passport to travel to Ireland from Scotland?

British nationals travelling from the UK don’t need a passport to visit Ireland. However, Irish immigration officers will check the ID of all passengers arriving by air from the UK and may ask for proof of nationality, particularly if you were born outside the UK.

Do I need a locator form from Ireland to Scotland?

What are the restrictions to travel to Ireland?

Entry and Exit Requirements
From 6 March 2022, all COVID-19 travel restrictions are removed. You no longer need to complete a passenger locator form. You also no longer need proof of vaccination or recovery, or a COVID-19 test.

Do you need a passport to go to Scotland from Ireland?

There are no routine passport controls in operation for Irish and UK citizens travelling between the 2 countries. However, you must show identification to board a ferry or an airplane, and some airlines and sea carriers only accept a passport as valid identification.

What time of year is best to visit Scotland?

When is the best time to visit Scotland? The best time to visit Scotland is during spring (late March to May) and fall (September to November). Temperatures are warmer by spring, with averages of 43°F to 59°F, although there will still be snow in the mountains of the Highlands and the Cairngorms.

What is the best time of year to visit Ireland and Scotland?

The best time to visit Ireland and Scotland is usually off-peak in shoulder season between April-May and September-October. If you go to Ireland and Scotland during these times you’ll avoid the crowds, but still be able to enjoy nicer weather than in the winter.

Do you need a PCR to get into Ireland?

Do I need a COVID test before coming to Ireland? From 6 March 2022, all COVID-19 travel restrictions are removed. You no longer need to complete a passenger locator form. You also no longer need proof of vaccination or recovery, or a COVID-19 test.

Do I need a Covid test to enter Scotland?

You must continue to follow national and local restrictions, including coronavirus guidance. If you develop coronavirus symptoms you must self-isolate and book a PCR test. This is a voluntary scheme and you will not need evidence of a negative test to travel to a Scottish island.

Is it expensive in Ireland?

The cost of living in Ireland is more expensive than 95% of countries in the world. It is the second most expensive country to live in Western Europe. The estimated costs for a single person per month is around €2,728 and for a family of four is around €4,809.

How long is the ferry ride from Scotland to Ireland?

What is the coldest month in Scotland?

January
The cold season lasts for 3.1 months, from December 1 to March 5, with an average daily high temperature below 47°F. The coldest month of the year in Scotland is January, with an average low of 25°F and high of 38°F.

How many days should you spend in Scotland?

We recommend you allow 9 – 10 days in Scotland for a satisfying tour of the country’s diverse scenery and history. A 10 day itinerary, such as the Best of Scotland tour plan, would let you spend: 2 days in Edinburgh walking the historical streets and enjoying the cosmopolitan buzz.

What month is the rainiest in Ireland?

Rainfall is extremely common throughout Ireland. The wettest months, almost everywhere are December and January. April is the driest month generally but in many southern parts, June is the driest.

Is Ireland or Scotland nicer?

Although the Irish countryside is very beautiful, you won’t see anything like Glencoe over there. Ireland has lots of rolling greenery, but Scotland is dramatic, rugged and atmospheric. So in conclusion, Scotland is ‘just a wee bit’ better than Ireland, but really we would recommend you visit both.

Do you have to be double vaccinated to go to Ireland?

From Sunday 6 March 2022, travellers to Ireland are not required to show proof of vaccination, proof of recovery or a negative PCR test result upon arrival.