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16/11/2025
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Kildare to Dundalk by train

The journey from Kildare to Dundalk by train is 61.85 mi and takes 2 hrs 47 mins. There are 9 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:17 and the last at 22:08. It is possible to travel from Kildare to Dundalk by train for as little as or as much as . The best price for this journey is .

Journey Duration 2 hrs 47 mins
Connection per Day 9
First Departure 06:17
Last Departure 22:08
Distance 61.85 mi
Departure Kildare
Arrival Dundalk
Carriers Irish Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Kildare to Dundalk

The cheapest Kildare - Dundalk train tickets can be found for as low as £0.00 if you’re lucky, or £3.26 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £9.19.

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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Kildare to Dundalk CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
6.97kg
Bus
7.47kg
Flight
19.91kg
Car
15.93kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Kildare to Dundalk by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Kildare and Dundalk are 6.97kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Kildare and Dundalk? By taking the train between Kildare and Dundalk you will save 12.94kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.5kg compared to a bus and 8.96kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the distance between Kildare and Dundalk by train?
Kildare to Dundalk is 61.85 mi.
How long does the train between Kildare and Dundalk take?
Kildare to Dundalk is on average 2 hrs 47 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 14 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Kildare to Dundalk?
Kildare to Dundalk has 9 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Kildare to Dundalk leave?
The earliest train from Kildare to Dundalk departs at 06:17. 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 Kildare to Dundalk depart?
The latest train from Kildare to Dundalk departs at 22:08. 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 Kildare to Dundalk by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Kildare and Dundalk is 2 hrs 14 mins.
Is there a direct train from Kildare to Dundalk?
Yes, there is a direct train between Kildare and Dundalk.
What are the CO2 emissions for Kildare to Dundalk by train?
The train journey from Kildare to Dundalk creates 6.97kg of CO2 emissions.

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