The average bus between Dublin and Rathkeale takes 4h 35m and the fastest bus takes 3h 55m. The bus service runs several times per day from Dublin to Rathkeale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 2 hours between Dublin and Rathkeale. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dublin is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Rathkeale at 9:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Rathkeale. However, there are services departing from Dublin station and arriving at Rathkeale station via Adare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Dublin to Rathkeale bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Burgh Quay station.
Dublin to Rathkeale bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Adare station.
The distance between Dublin and Rathkeale is 201.4 km. The road distance is 228 km.
Dublin Coach operates a bus from Burgh Quay to Adare hourly. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 3h 10m.