What is the cheapest way to get from Kells to Dublin?

The cheapest way to get from Kells to Dublin is to bus via Eden Quay which costs €12 - €18 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kells to Dublin?

The fastest way to get from Kells to Dublin is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kells and Dublin?

No, there is no direct bus from Kells to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Kells and arriving at Bachelors Walk via Ormonde Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Kells and Dublin?

No, there is no direct train from Kells to Dublin. However, there are services departing from Kilkenny and arriving at Dublin Heuston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Kells to Dublin?

The distance between Kells and Dublin is 150 km. The road distance is 131.1 km.

How do I travel from Kells to Dublin without a car?

The best way to get from Kells to Dublin without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €14 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Kells to Dublin?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Kells to Dublin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kells to Dublin bus from?

Kells to Dublin bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Ormonde Road station.

Where do I catch the Kells to Dublin train from?

Kells to Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Kilkenny station.

Train or bus from Kells to Dublin?

The best way to get from Kells to Dublin is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs €14 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €22 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Kells to Dublin bus arrive?

Kells to Dublin bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Kells to Dublin train arrive?

Kells to Dublin train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Kells to Dublin?

Yes, the driving distance between Kells to Dublin is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Kells to Dublin.

Where can I stay near Dublin?

There are 1235+ hotels available in Dublin.

Kells to Dublin - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kells to Dublin by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heustontrain Re / ...
3h 10m
€15–35
Bus via Eden Quay
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Eden Quaybus 717 / ...
3h 16m
€13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ormonde Road to Bachelors Walkbus 600
3h 11m
€15–22
Drive 131.1 km
1. Drive from Kells to Dublincar 131.1 km
1h 25m
€23–33

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Distance: 150.2 km
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Kells, IE-KK, Ireland and Dublin, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Kilkenny to Dublin Heuston hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, Dublin Coach operates a bus from Ormonde Road to Bachelors Walk every 3 hours. Tickets cost €12–18 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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