What is the cheapest way to get from County Kildare to Limerick?

The cheapest way to get from County Kildare to Limerick is to train which costs €14 - €21 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Kildare to Limerick?

The fastest way to get from County Kildare to Limerick is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between County Kildare and Limerick?

No, there is no direct bus from County Kildare to Limerick. However, there are services departing from St Conleth's Church and arriving at Limerick Arthur's Quay via Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between County Kildare and Limerick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newbridge and arriving at Limerick. Services depart three times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from County Kildare to Limerick?

The distance between County Kildare and Limerick is 165 km. The road distance is 154.7 km.

How do I travel from County Kildare to Limerick without a car?

The best way to get from County Kildare to Limerick without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €14 - €21.

How long does it take to get from County Kildare to Limerick?

The train from Newbridge to Limerick takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the County Kildare to Limerick bus from?

County Kildare to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, depart from St Conleth's Church station.

Where do I catch the County Kildare to Limerick train from?

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

Train or bus from County Kildare to Limerick?

The best way to get from County Kildare to Limerick is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can line 726 bus and bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the County Kildare to Limerick bus arrive?

County Kildare to Limerick bus services, operated by Dublin Coach, arrive at Red Cow Luas station.

Where does the County Kildare to Limerick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from County Kildare to Limerick?

Yes, the driving distance between County Kildare to Limerick is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from County Kildare to Limerick.

Where can I stay near Limerick?

There are 133+ hotels available in Limerick.

County Kildare to Limerick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 726 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from County Kildare to Limerick 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 Newbridge to LimerickIc
1h 45m
€14–21
Line 726 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Conleth's Church to Red Cow Luas726
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Limerick Arthur's Quay300
3h 23m
€23–34
Drive 154.7 km
1. Drive from County Kildare to Limerick154.7 km
1h 35m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Conleth's Church to Portlaoise JFL Avenue726
2. Take the bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Limerick Arthur's Quay735
3h 32m
€20–28

County Kildare to Limerick by train

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Distance: 164.7 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between County Kildare, Ireland and Limerick, Ireland?

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Newbridge to Limerick 3 times a week. Tickets cost €14–21 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Conleth's Church to Limerick Arthur's Quay via Red Cow Luas in around 3h 23m.

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