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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Maynooth is to bus via Tara Street which costs €12 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Maynooth is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Maynooth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Maynooth University. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Maynooth?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Maynooth. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Maynooth via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Maynooth?

The distance between Dundalk and Maynooth is 112 km. The road distance is 81.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Maynooth without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €15 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Dundalk to Maynooth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Maynooth bus from?

Dundalk to Maynooth bus services, operated by Streamline, depart from Stapleton Place station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Maynooth train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Maynooth?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Maynooth is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €15 - €23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Dundalk to Maynooth bus arrive?

Dundalk to Maynooth bus services, operated by Streamline, arrive at Maynooth University station.

Where does the Dundalk to Maynooth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundalk to Maynooth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Maynooth is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Dundalk to Maynooth.

Where can I stay near Maynooth?

There are 997+ hotels available in Maynooth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Maynoothtrain Ic / ...
1h 52m
€16–23
Bus via Tara Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shop Cntr to Cathal Brugha Stbus 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tara Street to Maynoothbus C3 / ...
2h 57m
€12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Maynooth Universitybus Um03
2h 15m
Drive 81.6 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Maynoothcar 81.6 km
1h 5m
€14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dundalk to Maynoothtaxi 81.6 km
1h 5m
€110–140

Dundalk to Maynooth by train

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Distance: 112.3 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Maynooth via Dublin Connolly in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, Streamline operates a bus from Stapleton Place to Maynooth University 5 times a week, and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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