The average train between Kildare and Balbriggan takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Kildare to Balbriggan. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Kildare and Balbriggan. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kildare is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Balbriggan at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Dublin Heuston and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kildare to Balbriggan? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Balbriggan. However, there are services departing from Kildare station and arriving at Balbriggan station via Dublin Heuston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Kildare to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kildare station.
Kildare to Balbriggan train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Balbriggan station.
The distance between Kildare and Balbriggan is 69.7 km. The road distance is 85 km.
You can take a train from Kildare to Balbriggan via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Connolly, and Dublin Connolly in around 2h 20m.