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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Dundalk is to ferry and bus which costs €55 - €70 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Dundalk is to ferry and train which takes 5h and costs €75 - €120.

How far is it from Holyhead to Dundalk?

The distance between Holyhead and Dundalk is 195 km.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Dundalk without a car is to ferry and train which takes 5h and costs €75 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Holyhead to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 239+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Holyhead to Dundalk - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, car, car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Dundalk by ferry, train, car, car ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
5h
€78–111
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+IHolyhead-Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the bus from 3Arena to Stapleton Place100X
5h 30m
€57–70
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Holyhead to Cairnryan
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
3. Drive from Belfast to Dundalk
8h 53m
€140–209
Ferry, bus #2
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the bus from 3Arena to Stapleton Place100X
5h 30m
€81–113

Holyhead to Dundalk by ferry, foot, tram, and train

26Weekly Services

5hAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Holyhead to Dundalk.

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Distance: 194.7 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Dundalk, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Dundalk. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Connolly, walk to Dublin Connolly, then take the train to Dundalk. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Holyhead to Dundalk via Cairnryan and Belfast in around 8h 53m.

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