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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Holyhead to Dundalk

Cheapest
5 h 22 min
Car
196 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Holyhead to Chester
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$45.57–$151.89

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Cullybackey to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$51.90
Train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58
Train from Dublin Connolly to Dundalk
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Holyhead to Chester
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$69.62

Other operators

Stena Line

Phone:
+44 844 770 7070
Email:
Website:
stenaline.dk/
Other from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Irish Ferries

Phone:
+353 818 300 400
Email:
Website:
irishferries.com/uk-en/Travel-to-Ireland
Other from Holyhead to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$49.37–$59.49

Bus operators

Expressway

Phone:
0818 836611
Website:
expressway.ie/
Bus from 3Arena to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from 3Arena to Dublin
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Dundalk is to train which costs $92.39 - $217.39 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Dundalk is to car ferry and taxi which takes 4h 10m and costs $173.91 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Dundalk via Chester, Mossley West, Cullybackey and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Dundalk?

The distance between Holyhead and Dundalk is 189 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 car ferry and taxi which takes 4h 10m and costs $173.91 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Holyhead to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Dundalk train from?

Holyhead to Dundalk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Dundalk train arrive?

Holyhead to Dundalk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 204+ hotels available in Dundalk. Prices start at $84.84 per night.
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