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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Kildare is to bus via Dublin which costs €12 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Kildare is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Stapleton Place and arriving at Kildare via Airport Zone 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Dundalk and Kildare?

No, there is no direct train from Dundalk to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Kildare via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Kildare?

The distance between Dundalk and Kildare is 138 km. The road distance is 117.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Kildare without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €18 - €28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Dundalk to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Kildare bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Kildare train from?

Dundalk to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dundalk station.

Train or bus from Dundalk to Kildare?

The best way to get from Dundalk to Kildare is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €18 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Dundalk to Kildare bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundalk to Kildare train arrive?

Dundalk to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Dundalk to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundalk to Kildare is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Dundalk to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 140+ hotels available in Kildare.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kildaretrain Ic / ...
2h 13m
€19–28
Bus via Dublin
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marshes Shop Cntr to Cathal Brugha Stbus 901 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wellington Quay to Kildarebus 126 / ...
4h 27m
€12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stapleton Place to Terminal 2 Zone 19bus 100X
2. Take the bus from Airport Zone 16 to Kildarebus 726
3h 14m
€22–30
Drive 117.2 km
1. Drive from Dundalk to Kildarecar 117.2 km
1h 42m
€20–29

Dundalk to Kildare by train and tram

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2h 13mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.8 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Dundalk to Kildare via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stapleton Place to Kildare via Terminal 2 Zone 19 and Airport Zone 16 in around 3h 14m.

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