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How to get fromKildare to Connemaraby train, taxi, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Kildare to Connemara by train, taxi, car, or bus

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Kildare to Westporttrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Westport to Connemarataxi taxi
    3h 41m
    €114–146

  2. Train, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Portarlington to Galwaytrain train Ic / ...
    2. Take the bus from Galway Coach Stn to Sraith Salachbus bus 923
    5h 25m
    €38–61

  3. Drive  222.6 km

    1. Drive from Kildare to Connemaracar car 222.6 km
    2h 56m
    €40–57

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  • Distance: 272.2 km
  • Duration: 3h 41m

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

There is no direct connection from Kildare to Connemara. However, you can take the train to Westport then take the taxi to Connemara. Alternatively, you can drive from Kildare to Connemara in around 2h 56m.

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