The average train between Ennis and Dundalk takes 7h 2m and the fastest train takes 5h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Ennis 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 every 4 hours between Ennis and Dundalk. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ennis is at 9:40 PM which arrives into Dundalk at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Limerick and take an average of 7h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Ennis 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 train from Ennis to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Ennis station and arriving at Dundalk station via Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.
Ennis to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Limerick Junction station.
Ennis to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dundalk station.
The distance between Ennis and Dundalk is 213.4 km. The road distance is 336 km.
You can take a train from Ennis to Dundalk via Limerick, Limerick Junction, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 8m.