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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Castlerock is to train via Belfast which costs £19 - £29 and takes 3h 38m.

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 9m and costs £22 - £35.

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 Great Victoria Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Castlerock?

The distance between Dundalk and Castlerock is 126 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 36m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Dundalk to Castlerock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Castlerock train from?

Dundalk to Castlerock train services, operated by Translink, 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 36m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Dundalk to Castlerock train arrive?

Dundalk to Castlerock train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Great Victoria Street station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Castlerock?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Castlerock is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Dundalk to Castlerock.

Where can I stay near Castlerock?

There are 704+ hotels available in Castlerock.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dundalk to Castlerock 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 Dundalk to Great Victoria Street1 Dn->Gc
2. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Castlerock1 Gc->Ly
3h 36m
£23–34
Train via Belfast
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Castlerock0
3h 38m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Central184 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Coleraine Buscentre218 / ...
4h 34m
Drive 91.7 mi
1. Drive from Dundalk to Castlerock91.7 mi
2h 9m
£23–33

Dundalk to Castlerock by train

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.8 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Castlerock via Great Victoria Street in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundalk to Castlerock via Belfast Grand Central, Bridge Street 2, Coleraine Buscentre, and Coleraine in around 4h 34m.

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