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

The cheapest way to get from Thurles to Dundalk is to train and bus which costs €22 - €29 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thurles to Dundalk is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Thurles and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Thurles to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Stapleton Place via Portlaoise JFL Ave and Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Thurles and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Thurles to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Thurles and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Thurles to Dundalk?

The distance between Thurles and Dundalk is 229 km. The road distance is 216.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Thurles to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs €25 - €40.

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

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

Where do I catch the Thurles to Dundalk bus from?

Thurles to Dundalk bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, depart from Thurles station.

Where do I catch the Thurles to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Thurles to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Thurles to Dundalk is to train which takes 3h and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Thurles to Dundalk bus arrive?

Thurles to Dundalk bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly, arrive at Portlaoise JFL Ave station.

Where does the Thurles to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thurles to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Thurles to Dundalk is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Thurles to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 252+ hotels available in Dundalk.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
3h
€26–37
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Thurles to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Marshes Shop Cntrbus 900 / ...
3h 32m
€23–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thurles to Portlaoise JFL Avebus 858
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Ave to Airport Zone 16bus 726
3. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus
5h 27m
€30–44
Drive 216.4 km
1. Drive from Thurles to Dundalkcar 216.4 km
2h 30m
€37–54

Thurles to Dundalk by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 228.9 km
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Thurles to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thurles to Stapleton Place via Portlaoise JFL Ave, Airport Zone 16, and Airport Zone 13 in around 5h 27m.

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