Dundalk travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dundalk

With a population of 33 428, Dundalk is a must-see destination in Louth, Ireland. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dundalk to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Dundalk

If you’re looking for affordable options, Eno' Bar & Grill (5 Roden Place) and The Townhouse (5 Roden Pl Townsparks) are great picks.

When to visit Dundalk

Dundalk in October
Estimated hotel price
€106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dundalk in October
Estimated hotel price
€106
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dundalk

Plane

Although Dundalk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 65 km from Dundalk. The shortest domestic flight to Dundalk departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 74 km from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dundalk, including National Express, Bus Éireann and Bus. From Belfast, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 177 km and will cost you around €38. From Cork, the ticket costs about €28 for a journey of 290 km.

Plane

Although Dundalk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 65 km from Dundalk. The shortest domestic flight to Dundalk departs from Milltown (Kerry) and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 74 km from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Budget, among others, in Dublin.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dundalk, including National Express, Bus Éireann and Bus. From Belfast, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 177 km and will cost you around €38. From Cork, the ticket costs about €28 for a journey of 290 km.

Airports near Dundalk

Airlines serving Dundalk

Lufthansa
Good (4,636 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,299 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,554 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,483 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,756 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dundalk

Most booked hotels in Dundalk

Fairways Hotel Dundalk
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€124+

Hiring a car in Dundalk

Hiring a car in Dundalk costs €27 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Dundalk.

Expect to pay €1.79 per litre in Dundalk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €21.47 and €28.62. The most frequently booked car type in Dundalk is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Dundalk costs €27 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Dundalk.

Expect to pay €1.79 per litre in Dundalk (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €21.47 and €28.62. The most frequently booked car type in Dundalk is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 2008 or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.