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
How to Get to Dundalk
Plane
Although Dundalk doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dublin Airport (DUB), which is located 40 miles from Dundalk. Dublin Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Ryanair, American Airlines, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to Dundalk from the United Kingdom departs from Birmingham and takes around 55m.
Car
Another option to get to Dundalk is to pick up a car hire from Dublin, which is about 46 miles from Dundalk. You’ll find branches of Budget and Easirent, among others, in Dublin.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dundalk, including National Express, Bus Éireann and Aircoach. From Belfast, the bus ride to Dundalk takes 110 miles and will cost you around £30. From Cork, the ticket costs about £26 for a journey of 180 miles.
Airlines serving Dundalk
Where to stay in popular areas of Dundalk
Most booked hotels in Dundalk
Hiring a car in Dundalk
Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.28 and £24.37. The most frequently booked car type in Dundalk is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 14% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.