What is the cheapest way to get from Ballyshannon to Kildare?

The cheapest way to get from Ballyshannon to Kildare is to bus via Enniskillen which costs €19 - €24 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballyshannon to Kildare?

The fastest way to get from Ballyshannon to Kildare is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Ballyshannon and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballyshannon to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Ballyshannon and arriving at Kildare via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Ballyshannon to Kildare?

The distance between Ballyshannon and Kildare is 276 km. The road distance is 206 km.

How do I travel from Ballyshannon to Kildare without a car?

The best way to get from Ballyshannon to Kildare without a car is to bus which takes 5h 26m and costs €30 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Ballyshannon to Kildare?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Ballyshannon to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballyshannon to Kildare bus from?

Ballyshannon to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ballyshannon station.

Where does the Ballyshannon to Kildare bus arrive?

Ballyshannon to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Terminal 2 Zone 19 station.

Can I drive from Ballyshannon to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballyshannon to Kildare is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Ballyshannon to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 129+ hotels available in Kildare.

Ballyshannon to Kildare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballyshannon to Kildare by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballyshannon to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 30
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
5h 26m
€32–44
Bus via Enniskillen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballyshannon to Enniskillen Busbus 30
2. Take the bus from Enniskillen Bus Station to Dublin Busaras Bus Stationbus 30
3. Take the bus from Connolly Station to Kildarebus 126
7h 35m
€20–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballyshannon to Sligo Bus Stnbus 64
2. Take the train from Sligo to Maynoothtrain Ic
5h 27m
€26–51
Drive 206 km
1. Drive from Ballyshannon to Kildarecar 206 km
2h 52m
€36–52

Ballyshannon to Kildare by bus and foot

91Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Ballyshannon, Ireland and Kildare, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Ballyshannon to Kildare via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 16 in around 5h 26m.

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