The average train between Dundalk and Castlerea takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Dundalk to Castlerea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Dundalk and Castlerea. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundalk is at 4:16 PM which arrives into Castlerea at 8:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Connolly and take an average of 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 35m • 2 changes

3h 37m • 2 changes

4h 18m • 2 changes

4h 23m • 2 changes

3h 35m • 2 changes

3h 37m • 2 changes

4h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dundalk to Castlerea? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Castlerea. However, there are services departing from Dundalk station and arriving at Castlerea station via Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Dundalk to Castlerea train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.
Dundalk to Castlerea train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Castlerea station.
The distance between Dundalk and Castlerea is 138.2 km. The road distance is 275 km.
You can take a train from Dundalk to Castlerea via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 4h 22m.