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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Dundalk is to bus and train which costs €14 - €21 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Dundalk is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Stapleton Place via Dublin Airport Zone 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Dundalk via Heuston and Dublin Connolly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Kildare to Dundalk?

The distance between Kildare and Dundalk is 138 km. The road distance is 117.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Dundalk without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €18 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Kildare to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Dundalk bus from?

Kildare to Dundalk bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare station.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Dundalk train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Dundalk?

The best way to get from Kildare to Dundalk is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs €18 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Kildare to Dundalk bus arrive?

Kildare to Dundalk bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Dublin Airport Zone 16 station.

Where does the Kildare to Dundalk train arrive?

Kildare to Dundalk train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Dundalk?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Dundalk is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Kildare to Dundalk.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 240+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Kildare to Dundalk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kildare to Dundalk by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kildare to Dublin HeustonIc / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
2h 27m
€18–27
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Mayor Street Lower126 / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to DundalkIc / ...
3h 12m
€14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Dublin Airport Zone 16726
2. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 13 to Stapleton Place100X
3h 10m
€25–34
Drive 117.4 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Dundalk117.4 km
1h 42m
€20–29
Bus via Dublin
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Eden Quay735
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street North to Marshes Shopping Centre900 / ...
3h 13m
€18–21

Kildare to Dundalk by train, tram, and foot

260Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kildare to Dundalk.

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Distance: 137.9 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Dundalk via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Busáras, and Dublin Connolly in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare to Stapleton Place via Dublin Airport Zone 16 and Dublin Airport Zone 13 in around 3h 10m.

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