Transport & Getting Around
Whether you’re exploring locally or heading to bigger towns or cities, County Louth has good public transport connections by bus and train — perfect for guests without a car or travelling across Ireland.
Local Bus Routes & Connections
Dromiskin Bus Services
Regular regional buses serve Dromiskin village, allowing travel to nearby towns.
- Bus Éireann Route 168 connects Dromiskin with Dundalk and Drogheda, stopping at local stops such as Bogtown in Dromiskin. The service generally runs several times a day Monday-Friday — great for day trips without a car.
- TFI Local Link Louth (Rural Bus Services) also provides rural bus services across County Louth, connecting smaller villages with larger towns. These services are ideal for visitors wanting public transport outside major routes (pre-booking may be required for some door-to-door services).
Helpful planning app: Use the TFI Live App (Transport for Ireland) to find timetables, fares and live departure times for all bus services in Ireland, including local Louth routes.
Dundalk Town & Regional Bus Services
Dundalk Bus Station – Routes & Info
Located near The Long Walk in Dundalk, Dundalk Bus Station is a key hub for local and regional buses, including:
Bus Éireann Services (connecting at Dundalk Bus Station)
- 100 / 100X — Express services between Dublin ↔ Dundalk (via airport & motorway)
- 100 — Drogheda ↔ Dundalk ↔ Newry
- 160 — Dundalk ↔ Ravensdale ↔ Newry
- 161 — Dundalk ↔ Carlingford ↔ Newry
- 162 — Dundalk ↔ Monaghan / Cavan
- 167 — Dundalk ↔ Ardee
- 168 — Drogheda ↔ Dundalk ↔ Annagassan
Dundalk Town (Urban) Services
Bus Éireann operates town service routes around Dundalk that are ideal for travelling within the town centre and suburbs:
- 174A, 174B, 174D — Cover routes linking the Bus Station (Long Walk) with neighbourhoods such as Fatima, Bay Estate and Muirhevnamuir.
Dundalk Train Station
Dundalk (Clarke) Train Station – Irish Rail
Approx. 10-15 minute walk from Dundalk town centre
Train services at Dundalk (Clarke) include:
- Northern Commuter Line — Frequent trains between Dublin Connolly and Dundalk, stopping at coastal and commuter stations en route.
- Enterprise InterCity Service — Direct long-distance trains between Dublin Dublin Connolly ↔ Belfast Grand Central with stops at Dundalk.
Station details:
• Address: Dundalk (Clarke), Carrickmacross Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth
• Station Code: A91 TD61
• Facilities: Ticket office, parking, bicycle parking and bus connections nearby.
Google Maps link: https://www.google.com/maps/search/Dundalk+Clarke+railway+station
Train travel from Dundalk gives visitors fast connections to major Irish cities, including Dublin (for flights, city breaks or onward rail connections) or Belfast.
How to Use Public Transport
Planning journeys:
• TFI Live App: Real-time bus timetables, route planning and journey updates across Ireland.
• Bus Éireann Website: Official timetables and route maps for inter-city and regional buses.
• Local Link (TFI Local Link Louth): Supports rural bus services throughout County Louth.
Tips for travellers:
• Buses between Dromiskin and Dundalk depart roughly every few hours — check live timetables for exact departures.
• Many buses connect at Dundalk Bus Station for onward travel to Dublin, Drogheda, Carlingford and beyond.
Taxis & Private Hire Options
While public transport is available, taxis and private coach hire can be useful for direct routes, nights out or luggage-heavy travel. Local companies include:
• Sevens Cabs & Coaches – +353 42 937 7777
• G Cabs Dundalk – +353 86 843 4343