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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Dundalk is to train which costs €20 - €30 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Dundalk is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Athy to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Stapleton Place via Naas and Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Athy to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Athy and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Athy to Dundalk?

The distance between Athy and Dundalk is 161 km. The road distance is 138.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €20 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Athy to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athy to Dundalk bus from?

Athy to Dundalk bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Athy station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Athy to Dundalk is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €20 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Athy to Dundalk bus arrive?

Athy to Dundalk bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, arrive at Naas station.

Where does the Athy to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Dundalk is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Athy to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 241+ hotels available in Dundalk.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athy 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 Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
2h 37m
€20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athy to Naas130
2. Take the bus from Naas to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Place
3h 14m
€25–43
Drive 138.5 km
1. Drive from Athy to Dundalk138.5 km
1h 53m
€24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athy to Dublin HeustonRe
2. Take the bus from Dublin CHQ Docklands to Dundalk Dublin Road100x
3h 23m
€24–34

Athy to Dundalk by train and tram

79Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.4 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Athy to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athy to Stapleton Place via Naas, Dublin Airport Zone 16, and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 3h 14m.

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