What is the cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Killarney?

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Killarney is to ferry and bus via Cork which costs €75 - €110 and takes 9h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Holyhead to Killarney?

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Killarney is to car ferry and drive which takes 6h 43m and costs €90 - €130.

How far is it from Holyhead to Killarney?

The distance between Holyhead and Killarney is 408 km.

How do I travel from Holyhead to Killarney without a car?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Killarney without a car is to ferry and train which takes 8h 4m and costs €90 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Holyhead to Killarney?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Holyhead to Killarney, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Killarney?

There are 430+ hotels available in Killarney.

Holyhead to Killarney - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Holyhead to Killarney by ferry, train, bus, car ferry, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to KillarneyIc / ...
8h 4m
€91–128
Ferry, bus via Cork
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Take the bus from Aston Quay to Cork Alfred Street
3. Take the bus from Cork Bus Station to Killarney Bus Station40
9h 51m
€78–103
Ferry, train via Mallow
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to MallowIc / ...
3. Take the train from Mallow to KillarneyIc / ...
8h 37m
€92–131
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I0
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Killarney Mission Road300
9h 3m
€90–129
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Holyhead to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Drive from Dublin Terminal 1 to Killarney
6h 43m
€94–124
Ferry, fly
1. Take the ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kerry Airport (KIR)DUB - KIR
7h 18m
€100–199

Holyhead to Killarney by ferry, foot, tram, and train

8Weekly Services

8h 4mAverage Duration

€91Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Killarney.

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Distance: 407.7 km
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Killarney, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Killarney. However, you can take the ferry to Dublin Ferryport B+I, walk to The Point, take the vehicle to Heuston, walk to Dublin Heuston, then take the train to Killarney. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Holyhead Ferry to Killarney via Dublin Ferryport B+I, The Point, Heuston, Dublin Heuston, and Mallow in around 8h 37m.

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