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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Castlerock is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Castlerock is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Dundalk Bus Stn and arriving at Coleraine Buscentre via Monaghan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Castlerock?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Castlerock. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Castlerock via Belfast Great Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Castlerock?

The distance between Dundalk and Castlerock is 125 miles. The road distance is 92.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Castlerock without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Dundalk to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Castlerock bus from?

Dundalk to Castlerock bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Dundalk Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Castlerock train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundalk to Castlerock?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Castlerock is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Dundalk to Castlerock bus arrive?

Dundalk to Castlerock bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Monaghan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Dundalk to Castlerock train arrive?

Dundalk to Castlerock train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Castlerock is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Dundalk to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 753+ hotels available in Castlerock.

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1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Castlerocktrain Belfast Great Central - Derry-Londonderry
3h 37m
£23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Monaghan Bus Stnbus 162
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Coleraine Buscentrebus 278
5h 21m
Drive 91.7 mi
1. Drive from Dundalk to Castlerockcar 91.7 mi
2h 10m
£23–33

Dundalk to Castlerock by train

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Castlerock via Belfast Great Central in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk Bus Stn to Castlerock via Monaghan Bus Stn, Monaghan Bus Station, Coleraine Buscentre, and Coleraine in around 5h 21m.

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