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

The cheapest way to get from Kildare to Killarney is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kildare to Killarney is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Kildare and Killarney?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kildare Vllge and arriving at Killarney Mission. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kildare and Killarney?

No, there is no direct train from Kildare to Killarney. However, there are services departing from Kildare and arriving at Killarney via Portlaoise and Mallow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Kildare to Killarney?

The distance between Kildare and Killarney is 252 km. The road distance is 249.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kildare to Killarney without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €23 - €35.

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

The bus from Kildare Vllge to Killarney Mission takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Killarney bus from?

Kildare to Killarney bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Vllge station.

Where do I catch the Kildare to Killarney train from?

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

Train or bus from Kildare to Killarney?

The best way to get from Kildare to Killarney is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €23 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Kildare to Killarney bus arrive?

Kildare to Killarney bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Killarney Mission station.

Where does the Kildare to Killarney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kildare to Killarney?

Yes, the driving distance between Kildare to Killarney is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Kildare to Killarney.

Where can I stay near Killarney?

There are 515+ hotels available in Killarney.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kildare Vllge to Killarney Missionbus 300
3h 30m
€23–35
Train
1. Take the train from Portlaoise to Mallowtrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Mallow to Killarneytrain Ic
4h 6m
€23–35
Drive 249.9 km
1. Drive from Kildare to Killarneycar 249.9 km
2h 41m
€43–62
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Kildare Vllge to Red Cow Luasbus
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)plane DUB - KIR
4h 30m
€40–99

Kildare to Killarney by bus

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Distance: 252.1 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Dublin Coach operates a bus from Kildare Vllge to Killarney Mission every 4 hours. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kildare to Killarney via Portlaoise and Mallow in around 4h 6m.

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