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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Donabate is to train which costs €7 - €10 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Donabate is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Donabate?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Donabate. However, there are services departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Donabate via Airport Zone 15 and Swords Pavilions. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Donabate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundalk and arriving at Donabate. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Dundalk to Donabate?

The distance between Dundalk and Donabate is 68 km. The road distance is 68.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Donabate without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs €7 - €10.

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

The train from Dundalk to Donabate takes 56 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Donabate bus from?

Dundalk to Donabate bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Stapleton Place station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Donabate train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Donabate?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Donabate is to train which takes 56 min and costs €7 - €10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €27 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Dundalk to Donabate bus arrive?

Dundalk to Donabate bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Where does the Dundalk to Donabate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundalk to Donabate?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Donabate is 68 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Dundalk to Donabate.

Where can I stay near Donabate?

There are 1089+ hotels available in Donabate.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Dundalk to Donabatetrain Ic / ...
56 min
€7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 100X
2h 15m
€21–26
Drive 68.1 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Donabatecar 68.1 km
46 min
€12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dundalk to Donabatetaxi 68.1 km
46 min
€100–120
Train via Drogheda
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Droghedatrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Drogheda to Donabatetrain Ic / ...
1h 6m
€13–18

Dundalk to Donabate by train

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Distance: 68.3 km
Duration: 56 min

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dundalk to Donabate every 4 hours. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Expressway (Bus Éireann) operates a bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19 hourly. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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