The average bus between Newcastle and Dundalk takes 4h 33m and the fastest bus takes 2h 20m. The bus service runs several times per day from Newcastle to Dundalk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Newcastle and Dundalk. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newcastle is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Dundalk at 9:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Knockcree Avenue and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Newcastle to Dundalk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Old Chapel station and arriving at Dundalk Bus Stn station via Knockcree Avenue station and Newry Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Newcastle to Dundalk bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Old Chapel station.
Newcastle to Dundalk bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Dundalk Bus Stn station.
The distance between Newcastle and Dundalk is 41.7 km. The road distance is 55 km.
You can take a bus from Old Chapel to Dundalk Bus Stn via Knockcree Avenue, Kilkeel Bus Depot, Newry Bus Station, and Newry Bus Stn in around 4h 3m.