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

The cheapest way to get from Athy to Kildare is to train which costs €3 - €5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Athy to Kildare is to train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €5.

Is there a direct bus between Athy and Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athy Barrow Quay and arriving at Kildare Square. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Athy and Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Athy and arriving at Kildare. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Athy to Kildare?

The distance between Athy and Kildare is 24 km. The road distance is 21.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athy to Kildare without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €5.

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

The train from Athy to Kildare takes 20 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Athy to Kildare bus from?

Athy to Kildare bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin, depart from Athy Barrow Quay station.

Where do I catch the Athy to Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Athy to Kildare?

The best way to get from Athy to Kildare is to train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €7 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Athy to Kildare bus arrive?

Athy to Kildare bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin, arrive at Kildare Square station.

Where does the Athy to Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athy to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Athy to Kildare is 22 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Athy to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 132+ hotels available in Kildare.

Athy to Kildare - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athy to Kildare by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Athy to Kildare by train

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20 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 23.7 km
Duration: 20 min

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Athy to Kildare every 3 hours. Tickets cost €3–5 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin operates a bus from Athy Barrow Quay to Kildare Square 3 times a day, and the journey takes 39 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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