Dundalk → Carlingford
Long Walk bus station
Market Street · Carlingford · County Louth
Your journey
to the village.
A coastal escape between Dublin and Belfast. Find your way to our boutique hotel in the heart of Carlingford, then take the village at walking pace.
Arrive without a car
Route 161, your village connection.
Bus Éireann connects Dundalk, Greenore, Carlingford, Omeath and Newry. In Carlingford, use the Tourist Office stop or the stop opposite it for the return direction; the hotel is a short walk into Market Street.
Check your date before you set off.
For Sundays, public holidays, disruptions and the last bus home, check the operator and TFI journey planner. The published summary above covers weekdays and Saturdays. Leave time between connections, especially for a flight or train.
The last leg matters
By train, coach or plane.
Carlingford has no railway station. Plan an onward bus or pre-booked taxi from Dundalk or Newry; railway stations and bus stations are separate locations.
Rail via Dundalk
Dundalk Clarke is on the Dublin–Belfast rail corridor. From the station, arrange a taxi to the hotel or transfer to Long Walk bus station for Route 161. Allow time for the transfer rather than assuming a through connection.
Rail times & station detailsFrom Dublin Airport
Check Bus Éireann Route 100X for a coach to Dundalk, then connect with Route 161 at Long Walk. Use your flight date in the planner and allow for baggage collection. For an arrival after the last connection, arrange a transfer in advance.
Route 100X informationFrom Belfast & the north
Use Translink to plan travel to Newry, then check Route 161 onwards to Carlingford. If arriving by train, Newry railway station is outside the city centre; plan the transfer to the bus station or book a taxi for the remaining journey.
Translink journey plannerAn easy place to settle in
Driving & parking.
From Dublin, follow the M1 north and take Junction 18 towards Carlingford and the Cooley Peninsula. From Belfast, travel towards Newry, then follow directions via Omeath to Carlingford. Use the hotel map pin for the final approach to Market Street.
We are in a medieval village centre. On-street parking is subject to availability and local restrictions; a space is not reserved with your room. Check signs, keep entrances clear and contact reception about luggage drop-off or mobility needs before arrival.
Open driving directionsMake the journey part of the break
Across the lough.
The Greenore–Greencastle ferry links the Cooley and Mourne shores. It can make a lovely part of a coastal drive, but Greenore is outside Carlingford village: check sailing status, vehicle or passenger arrangements and onward transport before choosing this route.
Ferry timetable & sailing updatesLocal taxis
Book ahead for airport transfers, evenings and group journeys. Confirm the fare, collection point, child seats and accessible vehicle requirements directly with the provider.
Local taxi directoryBefore you arrive
A little local help.
Can we explore without a car?
Yes. Shops, restaurants and medieval sights are within the village. For the Greenway, choose a distance you can comfortably return from. Beaches, golf courses and ferry terminals need additional transport; plan your return before leaving.
What if we arrive late or need step-free access?
Contact reception with your arrival time and access needs before travelling. We can discuss the most suitable room and approach to the hotel. Please check the arrangements with us rather than assuming every room or village route has step-free access.
Can you help plan a family arrival?
Tell us the children’s ages, luggage and travel plans when you enquire. We can help you choose a room and discuss arrival arrangements; confirm child seats separately with any taxi operator.