What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol is to tram which costs €1 - €2 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol?

The fastest way to get from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs €11 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin Castle and Kilmainham Gaol?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington Quay and arriving at South Circular Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct train between Dublin Castle and Kilmainham Gaol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Abbey St. and arriving at Suir Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol?

The distance between Dublin Castle and Kilmainham Gaol is 6 km.

How do I travel from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol without a car is to bus which takes 42 min and costs €3.

How long does it take to get from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol?

The bus from Wellington Quay to South Circular Road takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol bus from?

Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, depart from Wellington Quay station.

Where do I catch the Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol train from?

Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol train services, operated by Luas, depart from Abbey St. station.

Where does the Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol bus arrive?

Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol bus services, operated by Dublin Bus, arrive at South Circular Road station.

Where does the Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol train arrive?

Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol train services, operated by Luas, arrive at Suir Road station.

Where can I stay near Kilmainham Gaol?

There are 1146+ hotels available in Kilmainham Gaol.

Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol - 7 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 7 ways to get from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol by bus, taxi, foot, or tram

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to South Circular Roadbus 52 / ...
42 min
€3
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Abbey St. to Suir Roadtram Red
52 min
€1–2
Bus via D'Olier Street
1. Take the bus from Adelaide Road to Westmoreland Streetbus 11 / ...
2. Take the bus from D'Olier Street to Inchicore Librarybus 13 / ...
47 min
€4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaoltaxi 4.8 km
6 min
€11–14
Walk
1. Take the walk from Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaolwalk 4.9 km
58 min
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Eastmoreland Place to St James's Hospitalbus S2
56 min
€3
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Adelaide Road to South Circular Roadbus X25 / ...
1h
€3

Dublin Castle to Kilmainham Gaol by foot and bus

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Distance: 5.7 km
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Dublin Castle, Ireland and Kilmainham Gaol, Ireland?

Dublin Bus operates a bus from Wellington Quay to South Circular Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Luas operates a vehicle from Abbey St. to Suir Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost €1–2 and the journey takes 15 min.

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