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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Cahir is to train which costs €15 - €24 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Cahir is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Cahir?

No, there is no direct bus from Kildare to Cahir. However, there are services departing from Kildare Village and arriving at Cahir via Patrick Street and Limerick Colbert. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Cahir?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Cahir. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Cahir via Portlaoise and Limerick Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Kildare to Cahir?

The distance between Kildare and Cahir is 150 km. The road distance is 125.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Cahir without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €15 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Kildare to Cahir, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Cahir bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kildare to Cahir train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Cahir?

The best way to get from Kildare to Cahir is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs €15 - €24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Kildare to Cahir bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kildare to Cahir train arrive?

Kildare to Cahir train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Portlaoise station.

Can I drive from Kildare to Cahir?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Cahir is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Kildare to Cahir.

Where can I stay near Cahir?

There are 103+ hotels available in Cahir.

Kildare to Cahir - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 726 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Kildare to Cahir by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Kildare to Portlaoisetrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Portlaoise to Limerick Junctiontrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Cahirtrain Re
3h 27m
€15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare Village to Limerick Arthurs Qybus 300
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Cahirbus 55
4h 18m
€33–51
Drive 125.9 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Cahircar 125.9 km
1h 13m
€22–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kildare to Waterfordtrain Re / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterford Bus Stn to Cahirbus 55
4h 24m
€26–39
Line 726 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kildare to Portlaoise Hospbus 726
2. Take the bus from Laois Eductn Centre to Cashelbus 828
4h 29m

Kildare to Cahir by train

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Distance: 149.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Kildare to Cahir via Portlaoise and Limerick Junction in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kildare Village to Cahir via Limerick Arthurs Qy, Patrick Street, and Limerick Colbert in around 4h 18m.

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