What is the cheapest way to get from County Clare to County Kerry?

The cheapest way to get from County Clare to County Kerry is to bus via Killarney Bus Stn which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Clare to County Kerry?

The fastest way to get from County Clare to County Kerry is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between County Clare and County Kerry?

No, there is no direct bus from County Clare station to County Kerry. However, there are services departing from Ennis Station and arriving at Castlemaine via Limerick Colbert and Tralee Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from County Clare to County Kerry?

The distance between County Clare and County Kerry is 160 km. The road distance is 141.8 km.

How do I travel from County Clare to County Kerry without a car?

The best way to get from County Clare to County Kerry without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 2m and costs €25 - €40.

How long does it take to get from County Clare to County Kerry?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from County Clare to County Kerry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Clare to County Kerry bus from?

County Clare to County Kerry bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), depart from Ennis Station.

Train or bus from County Clare to County Kerry?

The best way to get from County Clare to County Kerry is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the County Clare to County Kerry bus arrive?

County Clare to County Kerry bus services, operated by Expressway (Bus Éireann), arrive at Limerick Colbert station.

Can I drive from County Clare to County Kerry?

Yes, the driving distance between County Clare to County Kerry is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from County Clare to County Kerry.

Where can I stay near County Kerry?

There are 475+ hotels available in County Kerry.

County Clare to County Kerry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from County Clare to County Kerry 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
best
1. Take the train from Ennis to Limericktrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Tralee Bus Stationbus 13
5h 2m
€26–36
Bus via Killarney Bus Stn
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ennis Frs Walk to UL Student Ctrbus 300
2. Take the bus from UL Student Ctr to Killarney Missionbus 300
5h 36m
€23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Limerick Junction to Traleetrain Ic
6h 22m
€27–39
Drive 141.8 km
1. Drive from County Clare to County Kerrycar 141.8 km
1h 57m
€24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ennis Station to Limerick Colbertbus 51
2. Take the bus from Limerick Colbert to Tralee Bus Stationbus 13
5h 22m
€28–48

County Clare to County Kerry by train and bus

50Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from County Clare to County Kerry.

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Distance: 159.7 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between County Clare, IE-CE, Ireland and County Kerry, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Limerick Junction to Tralee twice a week. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ennis Station to Castlemaine via Limerick Colbert and Tralee Bus Station in around 5h 22m.

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