The average train between Kildare and Midleton takes 3h 55m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Kildare to Midleton. 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 every 4 hours between Kildare and Midleton. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kildare is at 9:07 PM which arrives into Midleton at 6:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Portlaoise and take an average of 3h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kildare to Midleton? 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 Midleton. However, there are services departing from Kildare station and arriving at Midleton station via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
Kildare to Midleton train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portlaoise station.
Kildare to Midleton train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.
The distance between Kildare and Midleton is 162.3 km. The road distance is 237 km.
Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 51m.