How to get from Antrim to Swords
The fastest way to travel from Antrim to Swords takes approximately 263 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
263 min
201.5 km
4 transfers
218
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
rail
rail
33a
Departs from:
Mount Oriel Court
Walking:
20 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Mount Oriel Court
2
Take
218
Bus
Direction: Buscentre - Coleraine - Laganside Buscentre - Belfast
From Mount Oriel Court
to Nelson Street Bus Lane
(2 stops, 31 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Yorkgate
4
Take
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Yorkgate
to Belfast Great Central
(7 stops, 14 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast
6
Take
rail
Train
Direction: Dublin Connolly
From Belfast
to Drogheda (Macbride)
(3 stops, 93 min)
7
Take
rail
Train
Direction: Dublin Connolly
From Drogheda (Macbride)
to Rush and Lusk
(4 stops, 27 min)
8
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Rogerstown Lane
9
Take
33a
Bus
Direction: Carlton Court
From Rogerstown Lane
to Swords Castle
(18 stops, 19 min)
10
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Swords
Public transport stations close to Antrim
Antrim is located in Antrim and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim
Bus stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim Depot
- Mount Oriel Court
- Technical College
- Oriel Road
Public transport stations close to Swords
Swords is located in Antrim and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Swords:
- North Street
- Swords Castle
- Seatown West
- Rathbeale Road
Alternative Route
283 min
196.3 km
3 transfers
218
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
rail
101
Departs from:
Mount Oriel Court
Walking:
23 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Mount Oriel Court
2
Take
218
Bus
Direction: Buscentre - Coleraine - Laganside Buscentre - Belfast
From Mount Oriel Court
to Nelson Street Bus Lane
(2 stops, 31 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Yorkgate
4
Take
Larne Harbour - Belfast Great Central
Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Yorkgate
to Belfast Great Central
(7 stops, 14 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast
6
Take
rail
Train
Direction: Dublin Connolly
From Belfast
to Drogheda (Macbride)
(3 stops, 93 min)
7
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Drogheda Macbride Station
8
Take
101
Bus
Direction: Dublin
From Drogheda Macbride Station
to Seatown
(27 stops, 52 min)
9
Walk 9 min (0.6 km)
✓
Arrive at Swords
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Antrim to Swords.
How do I travel from Antrim to Swords in Antrim?
The quickest journey from Antrim to Swords takes approximately 263 minutes via the 218 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Swords from Antrim?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 283 minutes using the 218 bus line.
Can I get directly from Antrim to Swords without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 263 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Antrim and Swords?
The 218 line provides bus service between Mount Oriel Court and Swords Castle in Antrim.
What is the journey time from Antrim to Swords by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Antrim to Swords in Antrim takes approximately 263 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Antrim to Swords?
Board the 218 bus at Mount Oriel Court station, located near Antrim in Antrim.
Which station is closest to Swords?
The nearest stop to Swords is Swords Castle station. Exit here to reach your destination in Antrim.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.