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Trip Overview

The average train between Donabate and Balbriggan takes 15 min and the fastest train takes 13 min. There is an hourly train service from Donabate to Balbriggan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

15 min
Duration
16 km
Distance
€3
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Donabate to Balbriggan train times

Trains run hourly between Donabate and Balbriggan. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Donabate is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Balbriggan at 11:42 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 15 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 14 min • Direct
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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 14 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 15 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Donabate to Balbriggan? 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.

Map of how to get from Donabate to Balbriggan.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 16.4 km
  • Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Donabate, Ireland and Balbriggan, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Donabate to Balbriggan every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 16 min.

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