What is the cheapest way to get from Dublin to Kilrea?

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Kilrea is to train which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dublin to Kilrea?

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Kilrea is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Kilrea?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Kilrea. However, there are services departing from The Gresham Hotel and arriving at Church Street via Bridge Street 2 and Ballymena Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Dublin to Kilrea?

The distance between Dublin and Kilrea is 160 miles. The road distance is 129.5 miles.

How do I travel from Dublin to Kilrea without a car?

The best way to get from Dublin to Kilrea without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £21 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Dublin to Kilrea?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Dublin to Kilrea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Kilrea bus from?

Dublin to Kilrea bus services, operated by Aircoach, depart from The Gresham Hotel station.

Train or bus from Dublin to Kilrea?

The best way to get from Dublin to Kilrea is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Dublin to Kilrea bus arrive?

Dublin to Kilrea bus services, operated by Aircoach, arrive at Europa Bus Centre station.

Can I drive from Dublin to Kilrea?

Yes, the driving distance between Dublin to Kilrea is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Dublin to Kilrea.

Where can I stay near Kilrea?

There are 244+ hotels available in Kilrea.

Dublin to Kilrea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dublin to Kilrea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain 1_Dn->Gc
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain 1_Gc->Ly / ...
5h 17m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Gresham Hotel to Europa Bus Centrebus 705x
2. Take the bus from Bridge Street 2 to Ballymena Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
5h 57m
Drive 128.8 mi
1. Drive from Dublin to Kilreacar 128.8 mi
2h 38m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11bus X1
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Ballymenatrain 1_Gc->Ly / ...
5h 59m

Dublin to Kilrea by train and bus

45Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dublin to Kilrea.

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Distance: 159.6 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Kilrea, Northern Ireland?

You can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Church Street via Belfast Great Central, Ballymena, and Ballymena Bus Station in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Gresham Hotel to Church Street via Europa Bus Centre, Bridge Street 2, and Ballymena Bus Station in around 5h 57m.

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