What is the cheapest way to get from Birr to Dundalk?

The cheapest way to get from Birr to Dundalk is to bus via Dublin which costs €18 - €22 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birr to Dundalk?

The fastest way to get from Birr to Dundalk is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Birr and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Birr to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Birr and arriving at Marshes Shop Cntr via Cumberland Street N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Birr and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Birr to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Tullamore and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Birr to Dundalk?

The distance between Birr and Dundalk is 227 km. The road distance is 160.8 km.

How do I travel from Birr to Dundalk without a car?

The best way to get from Birr to Dundalk without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 50m and costs €24 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Birr to Dundalk?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Birr to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birr to Dundalk bus from?

Birr to Dundalk bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, depart from Birr station.

Where do I catch the Birr to Dundalk train from?

Birr to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Tullamore station.

Train or bus from Birr to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Birr to Dundalk is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €27 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €18 - €22 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Birr to Dundalk bus arrive?

Birr to Dundalk bus services, operated by Kearns Transport, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Birr to Dundalk train arrive?

Birr to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Birr to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Birr to Dundalk is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Birr to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 253+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Birr to Dundalk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Birr to Dundalk by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Birr to Ormond Quay Uprbus 845 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
3h 50m
€25–33
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birr to Bachelors Walkbus 845 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Marshes Shop Cntrbus 900 / ...
4h 7m
€19–21
Train
1. Take the train from Tullamore to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
4h 3m
€28–41
Drive 160.8 km
1. Drive from Birr to Dundalkcar 160.8 km
2h 18m
€28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birr to Athlone Stnbus 850
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Drogheda Busbus 190
6h 36m
€51–74

Birr to Dundalk by bus and train

45Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227 km
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Birr, Ireland and Dundalk, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Birr to Dundalk via Spollanstown, Tullamore, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birr to Marshes Shop Cntr via Bachelors Walk and Cumberland Street N in around 4h 7m.

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