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22/04/2025
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Dundalk to Dublin by train

The journey from Dundalk to Dublin by train is 75.06 km and takes 1 hr 25 mins. There are 65 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:30 and the last at 22:14. It is possible to travel from Dundalk to Dublin by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 1 hr 25 mins
Connection per Day 65
First Departure 05:30
Last Departure 22:14
Distance 75.06 km
Departure Dundalk
Arrival Dublin
Carriers Irish Rail

Dundalk to Dublin Train Times

Departure date
Tuesday 22 Apr 2025

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Best time to book Dundalk to Dublin 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 €1.13 to €7.02 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 84% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dundalk to Dublin

The cheapest Dundalk - Dublin train tickets can be found for as low as €0.94 if you’re lucky, or €1.86 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €2.55.

Find the best day to travel to Dublin by train

When travelling to Dublin 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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Dundalk to Dublin 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 Dundalk to Dublin by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dundalk and Dublin are 5.25kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dundalk and Dublin? By taking the train between Dundalk and Dublin 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 Dundalk and Dublin by train?
Dundalk to Dublin is 75.06 km.
How long does the train between Dundalk and Dublin take?
Dundalk to Dublin is on average 1 hr 25 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 53 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dundalk to Dublin?
Dundalk to Dublin has 65 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dundalk to Dublin leave?
The earliest train from Dundalk to Dublin departs at 05:30. 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 Dundalk to Dublin depart?
The latest train from Dundalk to Dublin departs at 22:14. 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 Dundalk to Dublin?
There are on average 22 direct connection(s) from Dundalk to go to Dublin.
What's the fastest journey time between Dundalk to Dublin by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dundalk and Dublin is 0 hrs 53 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dundalk to Dublin?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dundalk and Dublin.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dundalk to Dublin by train?
The train journey from Dundalk to Dublin creates 5.25kg of CO2 emissions.

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