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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to County Kildare is to bus which costs €3 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to County Kildare is to train which takes 40 min and costs €4 - €7.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and County Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington Quay and arriving at Lidl RDC. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dublin and County Kildare?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dublin Heuston and arriving at Newbridge. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Dublin to County Kildare?

The distance between Dublin and County Kildare is 41 km. The road distance is 43.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to County Kildare without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs €4 - €7.

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

The train from Dublin Heuston to Newbridge takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Dublin to County Kildare bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, depart from Wellington Quay station.

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

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

Train or bus from Dublin to County Kildare?

The best way to get from Dublin to County Kildare is to train which takes 40 min and costs €4 - €7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Dublin to County Kildare bus arrive?

Dublin to County Kildare bus services, operated by Go-Ahead Ireland, arrive at Lidl RDC station.

Where does the Dublin to County Kildare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dublin to County Kildare?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to County Kildare is 43 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Dublin to County Kildare.

Where can I stay near County Kildare?

There are 143+ hotels available in County Kildare.

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

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

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Dublin to County Kildare by train

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Distance: 40.8 km
Duration: 40 min

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

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) operates a train from Dublin Heuston to Newbridge hourly. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Go-Ahead Ireland operates a bus from Wellington Quay to Lidl RDC every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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