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Dublin to Dundalk Train

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18/06/2025
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Dublin to Dundalk by train

The journey from Dublin to Dundalk by train is 75.06 km and takes 1 hr 29 mins. There are 64 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:52 and the last at 23:47. It is possible to travel from Dublin to Dundalk by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 1 hr 29 mins
Connection per Day 64
First Departure 06:52
Last Departure 23:47
Distance 75.06 km
Departure Dublin
Arrival Dundalk
Carriers Irish Rail

Dublin to Dundalk Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday 18 Jun 2025

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Best time to book Dublin to Dundalk travel

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around €1.00 to €12.65 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 92% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dublin to Dundalk

The cheapest Dublin - Dundalk train tickets can be found for as low as €1.70 if you’re lucky, or €4.10 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €12.65.

Find the best day to travel to Dundalk by train

When travelling to Dundalk by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Dublin to Dundalk CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
5.25kg
Bus
5.63kg
Flight
15.01kg
Car
12.01kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Dublin to Dundalk by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dublin and Dundalk are 5.25kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dublin and Dundalk? By taking the train between Dublin and Dundalk you will save 9.76kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.38kg compared to a bus and 6.76kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Dublin and Dundalk by train?
Dublin to Dundalk is 75.06 km.
How long does the train between Dublin and Dundalk take?
Dublin to Dundalk is on average 1 hr 29 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 54 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dublin to Dundalk?
Dublin to Dundalk has 64 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dublin to Dundalk leave?
The earliest train from Dublin to Dundalk departs at 06:52. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Dublin to Dundalk depart?
The latest train from Dublin to Dundalk departs at 23:47. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
How many direct connections depart from Dublin to Dundalk?
There are on average 26 direct connection(s) from Dublin to go to Dundalk.
What's the fastest journey time between Dublin to Dundalk by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dublin and Dundalk is 0 hrs 54 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dublin to Dundalk?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dublin and Dundalk.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dublin to Dundalk by train?
The train journey from Dublin to Dundalk creates 5.25kg of CO2 emissions.

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