What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Dalkey?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Dalkey is to bus which costs €1 - €3 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Dalkey?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Dalkey is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs €22 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Dalkey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from American Embassy and arriving at Dalkey Village. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Dalkey?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Grand Canal Dock and arriving at Dalkey. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Dublin to Dalkey?

The distance between Dublin and Dalkey is 12 km. The road distance is 12.5 km.

How do I travel from Dublin to Dalkey without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Dalkey without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs €2 - €4.

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Dalkey?

The train from Grand Canal Dock to Dalkey takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Dalkey bus from?

Dublin to Dalkey bus services, operated by Nitelink, depart from American Embassy station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Dalkey train from?

Dublin to Dalkey train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Grand Canal Dock station.

Train or bus from Dublin to Dalkey?

The best way to get from Dublin to Dalkey is to train which takes 25 min and costs €2 - €4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €1 - €3 and takes 28 min.

Where does the Dublin to Dalkey bus arrive?

Dublin to Dalkey bus services, operated by Nitelink, arrive at Dalkey Village station.

Where does the Dublin to Dalkey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Dalkey?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Dalkey is 13 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Dublin to Dalkey.

Where can I stay near Dalkey?

There are 1132+ hotels available in Dalkey.

Dublin to Dalkey - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and line 7 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dublin to Dalkey by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grand Canal Dock to Dalkeytrain Ic / ...
25 min
€2–4
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from American Embassy to Dalkey Villagebus 7n
28 min
€1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dublin to Dalkeytaxi 12.5 km
16 min
€22–27
Drive 12.5 km
1. Drive from Dublin to Dalkeycar 12.5 km
16 min
€3–4
Line 7 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mount Street Lower to Dun Laoghaire SCbus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dun Laoghaire SC to Dalkey Villagebus 59 / ...
1h 6m
€4–5

Dublin to Dalkey by train

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Distance: 12 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Dalkey, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Grand Canal Dock to Dalkey every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Nitelink operates a bus from American Embassy to Dalkey Village 6 times a week. Tickets cost €1–3 and the journey takes 28 min. Dublin Bus also services this route 5 times a week.

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