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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Coleraine is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Coleraine is to drive which takes 2h and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Coleraine?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Coleraine. However, there are services departing from Dundalk Bus Stn and arriving at Coleraine Buscentre via Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Coleraine?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Coleraine. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Coleraine via Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Dundalk to Coleraine?

The distance between Dundalk and Coleraine is 120 miles. The road distance is 89 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Coleraine without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Dundalk to Coleraine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Coleraine bus from?

Dundalk to Coleraine bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Dundalk Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Coleraine train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Coleraine?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Coleraine is to train which takes 3h and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Dundalk to Coleraine bus arrive?

Dundalk to Coleraine bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Monaghan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Dundalk to Coleraine train arrive?

Dundalk to Coleraine train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Coleraine?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Coleraine is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Dundalk to Coleraine.

Where can I stay near Coleraine?

There are 812+ hotels available in Coleraine.

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There are 3 ways to get from Dundalk to Coleraine by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Colerainetrain Re / ...
3h
£22–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Monaghan Bus Stnbus 162
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 278
4h 25m
Drive 88.5 mi
1. Drive from Dundalk to Colerainecar 88.5 mi
2h
£22–32

Dundalk to Coleraine by train

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Distance: 119.1 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Dundalk, Ireland and Coleraine, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Dundalk to Coleraine via Belfast Grand Central in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Coleraine Buscentre via Monaghan Bus Stn and Monaghan Bus Station in around 4h 25m.

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