The average train between Wicklow and Kildare takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Wicklow to Kildare. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Wicklow and Kildare. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wicklow is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Kildare at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Tara Street and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Wicklow to Kildare? 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 train from Wicklow to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Wicklow station and arriving at Kildare station via Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Wicklow to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Wicklow station.
Wicklow to Kildare train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Kildare station.
The distance between Wicklow and Kildare is 61.4 km. The road distance is 98 km.
You can take a train from Wicklow to Kildare via Tara Street, Abbey Street, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 2h 19m.