What is the cheapest way to get from Birr to Kinsale?

The cheapest way to get from Birr to Kinsale is to bus and train and line 226 bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birr to Kinsale?

The fastest way to get from Birr to Kinsale is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Birr and Kinsale?

No, there is no direct bus from Birr to Kinsale. However, there are services departing from Birr and arriving at Kinsale via Limerick Colbert and Cork Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Birr to Kinsale?

The distance between Birr and Kinsale is 216 km. The road distance is 189.6 km.

How do I travel from Birr to Kinsale without a car?

The best way to get from Birr to Kinsale without a car is to bus and train and line 226 bus which takes 4h 39m and costs €30 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Birr to Kinsale?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Birr to Kinsale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birr to Kinsale bus from?

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

Where does the Birr to Kinsale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birr to Kinsale?

Yes, the driving distance between Birr to Kinsale is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Birr to Kinsale.

Where can I stay near Kinsale?

There are 304+ hotels available in Kinsale.

Birr to Kinsale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 226 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birr to Kinsale by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train, line 226 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Birr to Thurles Stationbus 850
2. Take the train from Thurles to Corktrain Ic / ...
3. Take the bus from Cork Kent Stn to Kinsalebus 226
4h 39m
€30–42
Drive 189.6 km
1. Drive from Birr to Kinsalecar 189.6 km
2h 14m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birr to Limerick Colbertbus 72 / ...
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cork Bus Stnbus 51
5h 47m
€46–63
Bus via Limerick
1. Take the bus from Birr to William Streetbus 323X
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
5h 47m
€37–51

Birr to Kinsale by bus and train

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4h 39mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.8 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Birr, Ireland and Kinsale, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Birr to Kinsale via Limerick Colbert and Cork Bus Stn in around 5h 47m.

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