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16/11/2025
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Dundalk to Maynooth by train

The journey from Dundalk to Maynooth by train is 43.15 mi and takes 2 hrs 17 mins. There are 15 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:30 and the last at 22:14. It is possible to travel from Dundalk to Maynooth by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 2 hrs 17 mins
Connection per Day 15
First Departure 05:30
Last Departure 22:14
Distance 43.15 mi
Departure Dundalk
Arrival Maynooth
Carriers Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Dundalk to Maynooth

The cheapest Dundalk - Maynooth train tickets can be found for as low as £3.54 if you’re lucky, or £6.89 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £12.17.

Find the best day to travel to Maynooth by train

When travelling to Maynooth 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 Maynooth CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
4.86kg
Bus
5.21kg
Flight
13.89kg
Car
11.11kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Dundalk to Maynooth by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Dundalk and Maynooth are 4.86kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Dundalk and Maynooth? By taking the train between Dundalk and Maynooth you will save 9.03kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.35kg compared to a bus and 6.25kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Dundalk and Maynooth by train?
Dundalk to Maynooth is 43.15 mi.
How long does the train between Dundalk and Maynooth take?
Dundalk to Maynooth is on average 2 hrs 17 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 47 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Dundalk to Maynooth?
Dundalk to Maynooth has 15 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Dundalk to Maynooth leave?
The earliest train from Dundalk to Maynooth 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 Maynooth depart?
The latest train from Dundalk to Maynooth 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.
What's the fastest journey time between Dundalk to Maynooth by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Dundalk and Maynooth is 1 hr 47 mins.
Is there a direct train from Dundalk to Maynooth?
Yes, there is a direct train between Dundalk and Maynooth.
What are the CO2 emissions for Dundalk to Maynooth by train?
The train journey from Dundalk to Maynooth creates 4.86kg of CO2 emissions.

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