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

The cheapest way to get from Loughrea to Dundalk is to bus via Dublin which costs €27 - €35 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughrea to Dundalk is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Loughrea and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughrea to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Loughrea and arriving at Marshes Shop Cntr via Cumberland Street N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Loughrea and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Loughrea to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Galway and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Loughrea to Dundalk?

The distance between Loughrea and Dundalk is 271 km. The road distance is 191.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Loughrea to Dundalk without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 28m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Loughrea to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughrea to Dundalk bus from?

Loughrea to Dundalk bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Loughrea station.

Where do I catch the Loughrea to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Loughrea to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Loughrea to Dundalk is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Dublin, which costs €27 - €35 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Loughrea to Dundalk bus arrive?

Loughrea to Dundalk bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Loughrea to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loughrea to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughrea to Dundalk is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Loughrea to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 253+ hotels available in Dundalk.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Loughrea to Bachelors Walkbus 763
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
4h 28m
€33–46
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Loughrea to Bachelors Walkbus 763
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Marshes Shop Cntrbus 900 / ...
5h 2m
€27–34
Train
1. Take the train from Galway to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
5h 26m
€40–58
Drive 191.6 km
1. Drive from Loughrea to Dundalkcar 191.6 km
2h 40m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Loughrea to Airport Zone 11bus 763
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus 100X
5h 10m
€34–46

Loughrea to Dundalk by bus, foot, and train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 270.7 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Loughrea to Dundalk via Galway Coach Stn, Galway, Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Loughrea to Marshes Shop Cntr via Bachelors Walk and Cumberland Street N in around 5h 2m.

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