What is the cheapest way to get from Birr to County Kerry?

The cheapest way to get from Birr to County Kerry is to bus via Killarney Bus Stn which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birr to County Kerry?

The fastest way to get from Birr to County Kerry is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Birr and County Kerry?

No, there is no direct bus from Birr to County Kerry. However, there are services departing from Birr and arriving at Castlemaine via Limerick Colbert and Tralee Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Birr and County Kerry?

No, there is no direct train from Birr to County Kerry. However, there are services departing from Tullamore and arriving at Tralee via Portarlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Birr to County Kerry?

The distance between Birr and County Kerry is 246 km. The road distance is 183.7 km.

How do I travel from Birr to County Kerry without a car?

The best way to get from Birr to County Kerry without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 44m and costs €24 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Birr to County Kerry?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Birr to County Kerry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birr to County Kerry bus from?

Birr to County Kerry bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, depart from Birr station.

Where do I catch the Birr to County Kerry train from?

Birr to County Kerry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Portarlington station.

Train or bus from Birr to County Kerry?

The best way to get from Birr to County Kerry is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €65 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Birr to County Kerry bus arrive?

Birr to County Kerry bus services, operated by Bus Éireann, arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Where does the Birr to County Kerry train arrive?

Birr to County Kerry train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Tralee station.

Can I drive from Birr to County Kerry?

Yes, the driving distance between Birr to County Kerry is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Birr to County Kerry.

Where can I stay near County Kerry?

There are 210+ hotels available in County Kerry.

Birr to County Kerry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBirr to County Kerry

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Birr to County Kerry by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Birr to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Mallowtrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Mallow to Killarneytrain Ic
5h 44m
€24–48
Train
1. Take the train from Portarlington to Traleetrain Ic
6h 40m
€43–63
Drive 183.7 km
1. Drive from Birr to County Kerrycar 183.7 km
2h 24m
€32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birr to Limerick Colbertbus 72 / ...
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Tralee Bus Stationbus 13
5h 59m
€46–61
Bus via Killarney Bus Stn
1. Take the bus from Birr to Patrick Streetbus 323X
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthurs Qy to Killarney Missionbus 300
6h 5m
€31–43

Birr to County Kerry by bus and train

4Weekly Services

5h 44mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Birr to County Kerry.

Launch map view

Distance: 245.7 km
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Birr, Ireland and County Kerry, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portarlington to Tralee twice a week. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birr to Castlemaine via Limerick Colbert and Tralee Bus Station in around 5h 59m.

Train operators