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16/11/2025
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Dundalk to Athy by train

The journey from Dundalk to Athy by train is 73.52 mi and takes 3 hrs 23 mins. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:30 and the last at 17:20. It is possible to travel from Dundalk to Athy by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 3 hrs 23 mins
Connection per Day 8
First Departure 05:30
Last Departure 17:20
Distance 73.52 mi
Departure Dundalk
Arrival Athy
Carriers Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dundalk to Athy

The cheapest Dundalk - Athy train tickets can be found for as low as £3.16 if you’re lucky, or £5.03 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £6.81.

Find the best day to travel to Athy by train

When travelling to Athy 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 Athy CO2 Emissions by Train

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8.28kg
Bus
8.87kg
Flight
23.66kg
Car
18.93kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Dundalk to Athy by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dundalk and Athy are 8.28kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dundalk and Athy? By taking the train between Dundalk and Athy you will save 15.38kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.59kg compared to a bus and 10.65kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Dundalk and Athy by train?
Dundalk to Athy is 73.52 mi.
How long does the train between Dundalk and Athy take?
Dundalk to Athy is on average 3 hrs 23 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 56 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dundalk to Athy?
Dundalk to Athy has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dundalk to Athy leave?
The earliest train from Dundalk to Athy 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 Athy depart?
The latest train from Dundalk to Athy departs at 17:20. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What's the fastest journey time between Dundalk to Athy by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dundalk and Athy is 2 hrs 56 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dundalk to Athy?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dundalk and Athy.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dundalk to Athy by train?
The train journey from Dundalk to Athy creates 8.28kg of CO2 emissions.

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