What is the cheapest way to get from Kildare to Blarney Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Blarney Castle is to train and bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kildare to Blarney Castle?

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Blarney Castle is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Blarney Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Blarney Castle. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Blarney via Henry Street and St Patrick's Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Blarney Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Blarney Castle. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Cork via Portlaoise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Kildare to Blarney Castle?

The distance between Kildare and Blarney Castle is 229 km. The road distance is 208.3 km.

How do I travel from Kildare to Blarney Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Kildare to Blarney Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €35 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Kildare to Blarney Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Kildare to Blarney Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Blarney Castle bus from?

Kildare to Blarney Castle bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Village station.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Blarney Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Blarney Castle?

The best way to get from Kildare to Blarney Castle is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Kildare to Blarney Castle bus arrive?

Kildare to Blarney Castle bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Limerick Arthurs Qy station.

Where does the Kildare to Blarney Castle train arrive?

Kildare to Blarney Castle train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Cork station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Blarney Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Blarney Castle is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Kildare to Blarney Castle.

Where can I stay near Blarney Castle?

There are 352+ hotels available in Blarney Castle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Corktrain Ic / ...
4h 4m
€39–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2. Take the bus from Henry Street to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 251
5h 31m
€34–52
Drive 208.3 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Blarney Castlecar 208.3 km
2h 14m
€36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kildare to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilkenny Stn to Cork Andersn's Quaybus 600
5h 57m
€34–49

Kildare to Blarney Castle by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 229.2 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Kildare, Ireland and Blarney Castle, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Portlaoise to Cork hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Blarney Castle via Limerick Arthurs Qy, Henry Street, Cork Andersn's Quay, St Patrick's Street, and Blarney in around 5h 31m.

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