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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Dublin is to train which costs €12 - €18 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Dublin is to drive which takes 55 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Marshes Shop Cntr and arriving at Cathal Brugha St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundalk and arriving at Dublin Connolly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Dundalk to Dublin?

The distance between Dundalk and Dublin is 87 km. The road distance is 84.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs €12 - €18.

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

The train from Dundalk to Dublin Connolly takes 1h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Dublin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Dublin train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Dublin?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Dublin is to train which takes 1h and costs €12 - €18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €21 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Dundalk to Dublin bus arrive?

Dundalk to Dublin bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, arrive at Cathal Brugha St station.

Where does the Dundalk to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundalk to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Dublin is 85 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Dundalk to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1236+ hotels available in Dublin.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
1h
€12–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shop Cntr to Cathal Brugha Stbus 901 / ...
1h 30m
€9–21
Drive 84.9 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Dublincar 84.9 km
55 min
€15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dundalk to Dublintaxi 84.9 km
55 min
€120–150

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Distance: 86.5 km
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What companies run services between Dundalk, Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dundalk to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 1h. Translink also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Matthews Coach Hire operates a bus from Marshes Shop Cntr to Cathal Brugha St hourly. Tickets cost €9 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Expressway (Bus Éireann) also services this route hourly.

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