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

The cheapest way to get from Athenry to Dundalk is to train which costs €29 - €45 and takes 3h 50m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Athenry and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Athenry to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Athenry and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Athenry to Dundalk?

The distance between Athenry and Dundalk is 276 km. The road distance is 202.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athenry to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Athenry to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athenry to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Athenry to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Athenry to Dundalk is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Athenry to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athenry to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Athenry to Dundalk is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Athenry to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 248+ hotels available in Dundalk.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Athenry to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
3h 50m
€29–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Airport Zone 11bus 760 / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Placebus 100X
4h 47m
€37–52
Drive 202.2 km
1. Drive from Athenry to Dundalkcar 202.2 km
2h 40m
€35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athenry to Athlonetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Drogheda Busbus 190
5h 50m
€41–61

Athenry to Dundalk by train, tram, and foot

213Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.5 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Athenry to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, George's Dock, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Athenry to Stapleton Place via Galway, Galway Coach Stn, and Airport Zone 13 in around 4h 47m.

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