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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Dundalk is to train which costs €9 - €13 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Dundalk is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Dundalk?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Dundalk. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Belfast and Dundalk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Belfast Great Central and arriving at Dundalk. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Belfast to Dundalk?

The distance between Belfast and Dundalk is 93 km. The road distance is 83.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €9 - €13.

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

The train from Belfast Great Central to Dundalk takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Dundalk bus from?

Belfast to Dundalk bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Dundalk train from?

Belfast to Dundalk train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Great Central station.

Train or bus from Belfast to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Belfast to Dundalk is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs €9 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Belfast to Dundalk bus arrive?

Belfast to Dundalk bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dundalk station.

Where does the Belfast to Dundalk train arrive?

Belfast to Dundalk train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dundalk station.

Can I drive from Belfast to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Belfast to Dundalk is 83 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Belfast to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 239+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Belfast to Dundalk - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Belfast 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 Belfast Great Central to Dundalktrain 1_Gc->Dn
1h 12m
€9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalkbus 105 / ...
1h 12m
Drive 83.1 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Dundalkcar 83.1 km
54 min
€15–21

Belfast to Dundalk by train

165Weekly Trains

1h 12mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.8 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Dundalk, Ireland?

Translink operates a train from Belfast Great Central to Dundalk hourly. Tickets cost €13–19 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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