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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Dublin is to train which costs €8 - €12 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Dublin is to drive which takes 55 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Marshes Shopping Centre and arriving at Cathal Brugha Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Dublin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundalk and arriving at Dublin Connolly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Dundalk to Dublin?

The distance between Dundalk and Dublin is 87 km. The road distance is 84.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs €8 - €12.

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

The train from Dundalk to Dublin Connolly takes 57 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Dublin bus from?

Dundalk to Dublin bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, depart from Marshes Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Dublin train from?

Dundalk to Dublin train services, operated by Translink, depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Dublin?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Dublin is to train which takes 57 min and costs €8 - €12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €21 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Dundalk to Dublin bus arrive?

Dundalk to Dublin bus services, operated by Matthews Coach Hire, arrive at Cathal Brugha Street station.

Where does the Dundalk to Dublin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundalk to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Dublin is 85 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Dundalk to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1078+ hotels available in Dublin.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Dundalk to Dublin 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 Dublin Connollytrain Rail
57 min
€8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shopping Centre to Cathal Brugha Streetbus 901 / ...
1h 30m
€9–21
Drive 84.9 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Dublincar 84.9 km
55 min
€14–21

Dundalk to Dublin by train

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Distance: 86.5 km
Duration: 57 min

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

Translink operates a train from Dundalk to Dublin Connolly hourly. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 57 min. Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Matthews Coach Hire operates a bus from Marshes Shopping Centre to Cathal Brugha Street hourly. Tickets cost €9 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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