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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Dundalk is to train which costs €12 - €18 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Dundalk is to drive which takes 56 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Dundalk?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cumberland Street N and arriving at Marshes Shop Cntr. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and Dundalk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Connolly and arriving at Dundalk. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Dublin to Dundalk?

The distance between Dublin and Dundalk is 87 km. The road distance is 85.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs €12 - €18.

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

The train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalk takes 59 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Dundalk bus from?

Dublin to Dundalk bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, depart from Cumberland Street N station.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Dublin to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Dublin to Dundalk is to train which takes 59 min and costs €12 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €21 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Dublin to Dundalk bus arrive?

Dublin to Dundalk bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, arrive at Marshes Shop Cntr station.

Where does the Dublin to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Dundalk is 85 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Dublin to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 253+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Dublin to Dundalk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Dublin to Dundalk by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
59 min
€12–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Marshes Shop Cntrbus 900 / ...
1h 15m
€9–21
Drive 85.1 km
1. Drive from Dublin to Dundalkcar 85.1 km
56 min
€15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dublin to Dundalktaxi 85.1 km
56 min
€120–160

Dublin to Dundalk by train

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Distance: 86.5 km
Duration: 59 min

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

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. Alternatively, Matthews Coach Hire operates a bus from Cumberland Street N to Marshes Shop Cntr hourly. Tickets cost €9 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route hourly.

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