The average train between Dublin 4 and Dundalk takes 1h 44m and the fastest train takes 1h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Dublin 4 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.
Trains run hourly between Dublin 4 and Dundalk. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Dublin 4 is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Dundalk at 1:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dublin 4 to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Dublin 4 station and arriving at Dundalk station via Dundalk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.
Dublin 4 to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dublin Connolly station.
Dublin 4 to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dundalk station.
The distance between Dublin 4 and Dundalk is 75.6 km. The road distance is 89 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalk every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 59 min. Translink also services this route hourly.