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

The cheapest way to get from Cobh to Kildare is to train which costs €21 - €35 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cobh to Kildare is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cobh and Kildare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cobh to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Spy Hill and arriving at Kildare Village via Cork Bus Station and Limerick Arthur's Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Cobh and Kildare?

No, there is no direct train from Cobh to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Cobh and arriving at Kildare via Cork. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Cobh to Kildare?

The distance between Cobh and Kildare is 235 km. The road distance is 204.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cobh to Kildare without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Cobh to Kildare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Kildare bus from?

Cobh to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Cork Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cobh to Kildare train from?

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

Train or bus from Cobh to Kildare?

The best way to get from Cobh to Kildare is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Cobh to Kildare bus arrive?

Cobh to Kildare bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert Station.

Where does the Cobh to Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cobh to Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cobh to Kildare is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cobh to Kildare.

Where can I stay near Kildare?

There are 131+ hotels available in Kildare.

Cobh to Kildare - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cobh to Kildare by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Kildaretrain 211
3h 31m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Limerick Colbert Stationbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Arthur's Quay to Kildare Villagebus 300
5h 31m
€30–42
Drive 204.6 km
1. Drive from Cobh to Kildarecar 204.6 km
2h 12m
€35–51
Train via Portlaoise
1. Take the train from Cork to Portlaoisetrain 217 / ...
4h 4m
€23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cork Anderson's Quay to Kilkenny MacDonagh Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Kilkenny to Kildaretrain Re
6h 20m
€23–33

Cobh to Kildare by train

2Weekly Trains

3h 31mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.5 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Cork to Kildare twice a week. Tickets cost €18–27 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spy Hill to Kildare Village via Cork Saint Patrick's Quay, Cork Bus Station, Limerick Colbert Station, and Limerick Arthur's Quay in around 5h 31m.

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