What is the cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Kells?

The cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Kells is to train and bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coleraine to Kells?

The fastest way to get from Coleraine to Kells is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Coleraine and Kells?

No, there is no direct bus from Coleraine to Kells. However, there are services departing from Coleraine Buscentre and arriving at Kells via Monaghan Bus Station and Cavan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Coleraine to Kells?

The distance between Coleraine and Kells is 246 km. The road distance is 178.5 km.

How do I travel from Coleraine to Kells without a car?

The best way to get from Coleraine to Kells without a car is to train and bus via Belfast which takes 5h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Coleraine to Kells?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Coleraine to Kells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coleraine to Kells bus from?

Coleraine to Kells bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Coleraine Buscentre station.

Where does the Coleraine to Kells bus arrive?

Coleraine to Kells bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Monaghan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Coleraine to Kells?

Yes, the driving distance between Coleraine to Kells is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Coleraine to Kells.

Where can I stay near Kells?

There are 119+ hotels available in Kells.

Coleraine to Kells - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Coleraine to Kells 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, bus via Belfast
best
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Belfast Great Central0
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to DundalkIc / ...
3. Take the bus from Saint Malachy's Villas to Eureka School167
5h 18m
€34–48
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Coleraine to Newry0
2. Take the bus from Saint Malachy's Villas to Eureka School167
5h 32m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Monaghan Bus Station278
2. Take the bus from Monaghan Bus Station to Cavan Bus Station175 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cavan Bus Station to Kells109
5h 54m
Drive 178.5 km
1. Drive from Coleraine to Kells178.5 km
2h 35m
€31–45

Coleraine to Kells by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Coleraine to Kells.

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Distance: 245.7 km
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Coleraine, Northern Ireland and Kells, IE-MH, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Coleraine Buscentre to Kells via Monaghan Bus Station and Cavan Bus Station in around 5h 54m.

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