The average bus between Dublin and Kilrush takes 8h 6m and the fastest bus takes 5h 12m. The bus service runs several times per day from Dublin to Kilrush. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Dublin and Kilrush. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dublin is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Kilrush at 9:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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13h 45m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dublin to Kilrush? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Kilrush. However, there are services departing from Dublin station and arriving at Kilrush station via Ennis Frs Walk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.
Dublin to Kilrush bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Burgh Quay station.
Dublin to Kilrush bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Kilrush station.
The distance between Dublin and Kilrush is 229.8 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a bus from Burgh Quay to Kilrush via Ennis Frs Walk in around 6h 2m.