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 28m.

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 28m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Castlerea and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlerea to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Castlerea and arriving at Dundalk Stn via Ballinamore E and Cavan Bus Stn. 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 59m.

How far is it from Castlerea to Dundalk?

The distance between Castlerea and Dundalk is 275 km. The road distance is 165.3 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 59m and costs €29 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m 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 59m 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 E 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 28m to drive from Castlerea to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 253+ hotels available in Dundalk.

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

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There are 4 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 Heustontrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalktrain Ic / ...
3h 59m
€29–43
Drive 165.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Castlerea to Dundalkcar 165.3 km
2h 28m
€28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castlerea to Ballinamore Ebus
2. Take the bus from Ballinamore E to Cavan Bus Stnbus 929
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Stn to Dundalk Stnbus 170
5h 47m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlerea to Athlonetrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Athlone Stn to Drogheda Busbus 190
5h 54m
€41–61

Castlerea to Dundalk by train and tram

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 274.7 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Castlerea to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlerea to Dundalk Stn via Ballinamore E and Cavan Bus Stn in around 5h 47m.

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