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  1. Crossing the Irish border: what you need to know!

    However, the Republic of Ireland measures speed and distance using the metric system (kilometres), while Northern Ireland uses miles. Make sure you don't forget this when crossing the border, as speed limits will immediately change to the new system with little or no warning. All rental cars will display both units of measurement.

  2. Entry requirements

    Latest FCDO travel advice for Ireland including on entry requirements, ... You do not need ID to cross the border between Northern Ireland and Ireland. Visa requirements.

  3. What are the travel rules for Northern Ireland?

    Rules have recently been relaxed in Northern Ireland, including the legal requirement to wear face coverings in public places and show evidence of Covid vaccination for entry into nightclubs. However, it is still advised that you wear a face mask in certain areas, such as enclosed public or healthcare spaces. There was also a cap on gatherings ...

  4. Ireland to Northern Ireland

    Dublin Express operates a bus from Dublin Airport T1 to Glengall Street hourly. Tickets cost $9 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Irish Rail operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast hourly. Tickets cost $17-25 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Train operators.

  5. Plan a trip to Northern Ireland

    Plan your Trip. Northern Ireland is a compact place which manages to pack a lot in. A little forward planning will help you get the most out of your visit to Northern Ireland. Our advice, articles and directory will help you plan a trip that will deliver a lifetime's worth of memorable experiences.

  6. Common Travel Area between Ireland and the UK

    The Common Travel Area (CTA) is an arrangement between the United Kingdom (UK) and Ireland that gives a variety of rights to citizens of those countries. It includes more than the basic right to travel freely between both countries. When the Common Travel Area arrangement began in 1922, it was not contained in any legislation.

  7. Coronavirus (COVID-19): travel advice

    International travel from Northern Ireland. Whilst all international travel requirements to enter Northern Ireland have been removed, this may not be the case for other international destinations. You should check and follow the latest COVID-19 travel advice for your chosen destination(s). Further advice is available at:

  8. Q&A: What are Northern Ireland's Covid travel rules?

    New rules took effect from 04:00 GMT on Friday 7 January for all international passengers arriving in Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK. Previously all passengers aged 12 and over had to ...

  9. Northern Ireland: All You Need to Know (2024)

    1. It's both part of Ireland yet separate. While Northern Ireland may be on the island of Ireland, it's officially part of the United Kingdom (and has been that way for over a century). The border is open and easy to cross, but note that you're entering an entirely different country when you do. 2.

  10. Visas and passports

    Passports. Most people need a valid passport to enter the Republic or Northern Ireland but there are some exceptions: If you're a UK citizen, you can also use official photo identification. If you're an EU citizen, you can use your national identity card to travel throughout the island of Ireland (including Northern Ireland), as long as you are ...

  11. Ireland International Travel Information

    Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). See the State Department's travel website for the Worldwide Caution and Travel Advisories.

  12. England to Northern Ireland

    There are 12 ways to get from England to Northern Ireland by plane, train, bus, busferry, car ferry, night bus, or car. Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. best.

  13. Ireland travel advice

    advice on preparing for travel abroad and reducing risks. information for women, LGBT+ and disabled travellers. Follow and contact FCDO travel on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can also sign ...

  14. The ultimate guide to visiting Northern Ireland

    Dunluce Castle is one of the most iconic monuments in Northern Ireland, situated rather precariously on the rugged Antrim coast. It provides a very important chapter in the history of the MacDonnells of Antrim and north-east Ulster. Ruins of Dunluce Castle. (Photo by Rainbow79/Getty Images)

  15. Northern Ireland travel

    Northern Ireland. An exploding food scene, hip cities and the stunning Causeway Coast: there's plenty to pull visitors to the North. When you cross from the Republic into Northern Ireland you'll notice a couple of changes: the road signs are in miles and the prices are in pounds sterling - you're in the UK. At the time of research, there was ...

  16. The Perfect 3, 4 or 5 Days in Northern Ireland Itinerary

    3, 4 or 5 Days in Northern Ireland Itinerary. Without further ado, here is how to spend 3 to 5 days exploring Northern Ireland. This route is meant to be built upon each day so if you're only seeing Northern Ireland in 3 days, then plan to spend the first 2 in Belfast before heading onto the Causeway Coast. And if you're spending 4 days, it ...

  17. Travel to Ireland

    Slow adventure in Northern Ireland. Slow travel is the way to go and Northern Ireland is your first stop! Northern Ireland. Rosslare Europort. A location on the "sunny" south east coast of Ireland, direct ferry services from the UK and Europe and good road and rail links make Rosslare a great place to dock in Ireland.

  18. Ferry to Northern Ireland

    Travel to Northern Ireland with Stena Line on ferry sailings available from England & Scotland. Book online for the lowest fares. My Pages. My Pages Log out. Manage booking. Menu. ... Whether you're travelling by car or by foot, visit Northern Ireland and you're guaranteed to have a fantastic holiday filled with new experiences and memories

  19. Cheap Flights to Northern Ireland from $218

    The cheapest ticket to Northern Ireland from the United States found in the last 72 hours was $544. The most popular route is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Belfast City and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $610.

  20. Junior doctors in Northern Ireland stage 48-hour strike

    Story by Rebecca Black. • 19m. Junior doctors in Northern Ireland are to stage another 48-hour walkout. They will take part in a strike from 7am on Thursday to 7am on Saturday over pay and staff ...

  21. Exclusive: Meet Northern Ireland's First Nationalist Leader

    And yet here stands O'Neill, a 47-year-old Catholic woman and the first nationalist leader of Northern Ireland—a province she one day hopes to abolish. O'Neill, who is from a prominent Irish ...

  22. Irish Sea border returns to Northern Ireland politics

    1 June 2024, 04:54 BST. Updated 3 hours ago. The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) leader has brought the Irish Sea border into the centre of Northern Ireland's election campaign. That internal ...