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

The cheapest way to get from Castlerea to Dundalk is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlerea to Dundalk is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Castlerea and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlerea to Dundalk station. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Dundalk Clarke Station via Ballinamore East and Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Castlerea and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Castlerea to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Castlerea to Dundalk?

The distance between Castlerea and Dundalk is 275 km. The road distance is 165.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlerea to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Castlerea to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Dundalk bus from?

Castlerea to Dundalk bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, depart from Castlerea station.

Where do I catch the Castlerea to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlerea to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Castlerea to Dundalk is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Castlerea to Dundalk bus arrive?

Castlerea to Dundalk bus services, operated by Westlink Coaches, arrive at Ballinamore East station.

Where does the Castlerea to Dundalk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlerea to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlerea to Dundalk is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Castlerea to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 241+ hotels available in Dundalk.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Castlerea to Dundalk by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Dublin Heuston803 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
3h 51m
€29–43
Drive 165.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Castlerea to Dundalk165.2 km
2h 27m
€28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlerea to Ballinamore East
2. Take the bus from Ballinamore East to Cavan Bus Station929
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Dundalk Clarke Station170
5h 47m

Castlerea to Dundalk by train, tram, and foot

39Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlerea to Dundalk.

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Distance: 274.9 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Castlerea to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlerea to Dundalk Clarke Station via Ballinamore East and Cavan Bus Station in around 5h 47m.

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