The average bus between Kildare and Ballybunion takes 7h 14m and the fastest bus takes 4h 21m. The bus service runs several times per day from Kildare to Ballybunion. 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 every 4 hours between Kildare and Ballybunion. The earliest departure is at 8:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kildare is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Ballybunion at 11:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Abbeyfeale and take an average of 7h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kildare to Ballybunion? 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 Kildare to Ballybunion. However, there are services departing from Kildare station and arriving at Ballybunion station via Abbeyfeale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.
Kildare to Ballybunion bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from Kildare Village station.
Kildare to Ballybunion bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Abbeyfeale station.
The distance between Kildare and Ballybunion is 198.8 km. The road distance is 237 km.
Dublin Coach operates a bus from Kildare Village to Abbeyfeale hourly. Tickets cost €17–24 and the journey takes 2h 55m.